Winter Weather Advisory
2026-03-07T00:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 12 inches, with the heaviest amounts in the foothills of Boulder County. * WHERE...The Northern Front Range Foothills. * WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.

Upper South Boulder Creek Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Upper South Boulder Creek river run in Colorado is a challenging Class V section of water that is best suited for experienced kayakers and rafters.

Summary

The river features numerous technical rapids, including tight drops, boulder gardens, and steep chutes that require precise navigation. The best time to float this section of water is during the spring runoff season between May and June, when water levels are at their highest. At these times, flows can range from 300 to 800 cfs, providing plenty of excitement for adventurous paddlers. However, it is important to note that this section of river should only be attempted by experienced boaters with the appropriate gear and safety equipment, as the risk of injury is high.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	5 cfs (3.92 ft)
Percent of Normal	205%
Optimal Range	250-800 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	V+
Elevation	5,109 ft
Streamflow Discharge	9.4 cfs
Gauge Height	4.1 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06730200

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Middle Boulder Creek At Nederland 5.50cfs	6cfs
Boulder Creek Near Orodell 9.78cfs	10cfs
Fourmile Creek At Orodell 1.91cfs	2cfs
Coal Creek Near Plainview -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Moffat Water Tunnel At East Portal 7.66cfs	8cfs
South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward 2.99cfs	3cfs