Freeze Warning
2026-05-07T09:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the mid 20s to lower 30s. * WHERE...Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San Juan River Basin, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, and Debeque to Silt Corridor. * WHEN...From midnight Wednesday Night to 9 AM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The South Canyon River Run in Colorado offers two river guides, both on the Colorado River.

Summary

The Upper Colorado River offers Class I-II rapids with a few minor obstacles such as rocks and small drops. This section is great for families and beginners and can be floated from May to September with a recommended flow of 1,000-3,000 CFS. The Lower Colorado River offers Class III rapids with larger drops, waves, and obstacles such as S-bends and rock gardens. This section is better suited for experienced paddlers and can be floated from May to June with a recommended flow of 1,500-4,000 CFS.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs 1760.0cfs	1760cfs
Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs 501.0cfs	501cfs
West Divide Creek Near Raven 26.40cfs	26cfs
Colorado River Near Dotsero 1080.0cfs	1080cfs
Roaring Fork River Near Emma 233.0cfs	233cfs
Crystal River Ab Avalanche C 240.0cfs	240cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	2290 cfs (4.45 ft)
Percent of Normal	105%
Optimal Range	1000-30000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	II+ to III
Elevation	5,707 ft
Run Length	5.0 Mi
Gradient	16 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	1800 cfs
Gauge Height	4.1 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09085100