UTAH RIVER RUNS

December 3 2024

Utah is a paradise for whitewater enthusiasts, with a variety of rivers that offer thrilling rapids and stunning scenery. One of the most popular destinations is the Green River, specifically the Desolation Canyon stretch. This 84-mile run offers a mix of Class II-III rapids, making it perfect for both beginner and intermediate paddlers. The best time to visit is in the spring and early summer when the snowmelt provides optimal streamflow levels. Another must-visit spot is the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon in Canyonlands National Park. This 100-mile stretch is known for its challenging Class III-IV rapids, breathtaking red rock canyons, and abundant wildlife. Be sure to check streamflow levels beforehand, as they can vary depending on the season.

For those looking for a more adrenaline-pumping experience, the Westwater Canyon section of the Colorado River is a top choice. This 17-mile run features Class III-IV rapids, including the famous Skull Rapid, which will challenge even the most experienced paddlers. The best time to visit is in the spring and fall when streamflow levels are at their peak. Safety is paramount when embarking on any whitewater adventure in Utah, so be sure to wear a proper fitting life jacket, helmet, and wetsuit if necessary. Always paddle with a buddy and be aware of potential hazards such as strainers and undercut rocks. With its diverse range of river runs and stunning landscapes, Utah offers something for every whitewater enthusiast.

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Location Streamflow (cfs) Difficulty (class)
Western Boundary Of Park To Fruita Area
70 II-IV
Beging Just Downstream From South Draw Road To Eastern Park Boundary
70 NONE
Southern Boundary Of Park To Ends 4 Miles Downstream From Southern Boundary Of Park
1920 III-III
Northern Boundary Of Park To Confluence With Colorado River
1920 NONE
Eastern Park Boundary To Western Park Boundary
2590 III-IV
Fruita Area To Eastern Park Boundary
70 III-IV
Southern Boundary Of Park To Ends 10 Miles Downstream From Southern Boundary Of Park
0 II-III
Western Park Boundary To Ends Just Downstream From South Draw Road
70 II-III
Headwaters To Southern Boundary Of Park
70 II-IV
Headwaters To Confluence With Colorado River
155 II-IV
Begins One Mile Upstream From The Western Border Of Zion National Park To Western Boundary Of Zion National Park
13 II-IV
Northern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Lake Powell
155 II
Northern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Colorado River
2 III-IV
Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Colorado River/Lake Powell
1020 NONE
Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River
155 III-IV
Western Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Escalante River
2 III-IV
Eastern Border For Natural Bridges National Monument To Western Border Of Natural Bridges National Monument
1020 II-III
Headwaters In T41s R11e To Confluence With San Juan River
155 IV-III+
The Bureau Of Land Management Boat Ramp At Indian Crossing To Gates Of Lodore
1240 III
Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area And Capital Reef National Park To Confluence With Colorado River
155 III-IV
Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River
155 II-IV
Headwaters (North Of Twenty Five Mile Creek) To Confluence With Escalante River
2 III-IV
Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell
155 II-III
Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With San Juan River
155 III-IV
Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell
155 II-IV
Headwaters At T31s, R16e To Confluence With Colorado River
155 II-IV
Headwaters At T41s, R10e To Confluence With San Juan River
155 III-IV
Eastern Boundary Of National Monument To Western Boundary Of National Monument
12 III-IV
Headwaters At T38s, R9e To Confluence With Fence Canyon Creek
155 II-III
Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. To Confluence With Colorado River
155 II-IV
Headwaters To Confluence With Coalpits Wash
67 III
Headwaters To Southern Boundary Of Zion National Park
116 III-IV
Headwaters To One Mile Upstream From The Western Boundary Of Zion National Park
13 III-IV
Western Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With The Green River
1920 IV-V
Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing
1590 III-IV
Source To Hoop Lake Diversion
52 III-IV
Source To Mouth
58 III-II
Source To Confluence With Little East Fork
58 III-IV
The Forest Service Spillway Boat Ramp Below Flaming Gorge Dam To The Bureau Of Land Management Boat Ramp At Indian Crossing
1240 III-IV
Immediately Below Boulder Top To Upstream Side Of King's Pasture
70 III-IV
Headwaters To Nf Boundary
81 IV-III
Northern Boundary Of Box Death Hollow Wilderness To Southern Boundary Of Box Death Hollow Wilderness
81 II-IV
Headwaters To Forest Road #1473
2 III-V
Elevation Of 6720 Feet To Nf Boundary
2 III-IV
Source To Nf Boundary
57 III-IV
Frost Canyon/Bear Canyon Confluence To Causey Reservoir
24 NONE
Trial Lake To U35 Bridge
57 III-IV
Confluence Below Timpooneke To Mt Timpanogos Wilderness Boundary
12 III+
Mt Timpanogos Wilderenss Boundary To Scout Falls
12 III-IV
Headwater Spring In Sec 8 To Mt Timpanogos Wilderness Boundary
12 III-IV
Mt Timpanogos Wilderness Boundary To Theater In The Pines
12 IV
Top Of Cascade Springs To Road Crossing In Section 36
0 III-IV
Headwaters To Confluence With Sixth Water Creek
24 II-III
Source To Red Butte Reservoir
2 III-IV
Source To Murray City Diversion
12 II
Source To Holiday Park
55 II-IV
Wilderness Boundary To Mouth
55 I-III
Confluence Of West Fork And East Fork To Meeks Cabin Reservoir
58 III
Source To Wilderness Boundary
58 III-IV
Wilderness Boundary To Trailhead
58 III-IV
Alsop Lake And Norice Lake To Near Trailhead
55 IV/V
Confluence With Beaver Creek To Bridge In Guinavah Malibu Campground
0 II-III
Trappers Creek To I 70
16 III-IV
Source To Confluence With East Fork Bear
55 II-III
Headwaters To Trappers Creek
22 III-IV
Headwaters To Dixie National Forest Boundary
20 III-IV
1 Mile Below Highway 12 To Nf Boundary
81 II-III
Forest Road #1473 To Nf Boundary
2 III-IV
Range Creek
36 III-IV
Green River
36 II-IV
Crystal Creek
38 III-IV
Price River
3 III
Escalante River
1 II-III
Unknown
22 NONE
Muddy Creek
16 III-IV
Pine Creek Box Section
1 IV-V
Virgin River
86 III-IV
San Rafael River
2240 III-IV
Cane Wash
16 III-IV
Paria River
2 II-III
Mamie Creek & West Tributary
1 III
Deep Creek
38 III
Robbers Roost Canyon
92 III-IV
Lower Boulder Creek
1 III-IV
Harris Wash
1 II-IV
Kane Springs, Colo. River Seg. 4
3500 NONE
Quitchupah Creek
8 III-IV
Stevens Canyon
92 III-IV
Starlight Canyon
2 II-III
Death Hollow Creek
1 II-III
Colorado River Segment 2
3720 III-IV
The Gulch
1 NONE
Deer Creek Canyon
2 NONE
Dry Hollow Creek
1 III-IV
La Verkin Creek
59 III+
Virgin River, North Fork Segment 48 49
38 III-IV
Fremont River 3 (A)
77 III-IV
Cottonwood Wash
2240 III-IV
Twenty Five Mile Wash #2
1 II-III
White River
259 III-IV
Georgies Canyon
77 NONE
Nine Mile Creek
88 III
Beaver Dam Wash
1 II-III
Hackberry Creek
2 III-IV
Phipps Wash & Tribs
1 III-IV
Evacuation Creek
259 III-IV
Mill Creek
7 III+
Bull Valley Gorge
70 III-IV
Neon Canyon
1 III
Indian Canyon, South Fork Segment 22 23
7 IV-V
Lower Paria River
2 III-IV
Fish Creek
20 III-IV
Dirty Devil River
92 II-III
Sheep Creek
2 III-IV
Lower Deer Creek
1 II-III
Virgin River, East Fork Segment 40a 41
48 III
Lower Horse Canyon
1 III-IV
Coyote Gulch #2
1 III-IV
Cottonwood Canyon
1 III-IV
Beaver Creek
88 II-IV
Scorpion Gulch
1 III-IV
Maidenwater Creek
92 III-IV
Orderville Canyon Segment 44 45
38 III-IV
Lower Sand Creek
1 III-IV
Gordon Creek, South Fork
22 III-IV
Sams Mesa Box Canyon
92 IV-V
Steep Creek
1 IV-V
Beaver Wash Canyon
92 NONE
Twin Corral Box Canyon
92 III-V
Willow Patch Creek
1 III
Mineral Gulch Segment 35 38
48 III-IV
Lamanite Arch Canyon
1 NONE
Fence Canyon
92 IV-V
Onion Creek
88 II-III
Little Death Hollow
1 III-IV
Fools Canyon
1 III
Dolores River Segment 2
88 II-III
Lower Green River
51 II-III
Hell Dive Canyon Segment 30 31
7 IV
Gordon Creek
22 IV-V
Fremont River 2 (Fremont Gorge)
77 III-IV
Wolverine Creek
1 WOLVERINE-V
Rock Creek
36 III
East Moody
1 II-III
Moody Creek
1 III-IV
Slickrock Canyon
1 III-IV
Argyle Creek
88 III-IV
Virgin River, East Fork Segment 37 40a
48 III-IV
Colorado River Segment 3b
3720 III-III
Granite Creek, Dolores River Segment 2
88 III-IV
Water Canyon
1 III-IV
Water Canyon Segment 20 21
7 III-IV
Mill Creek, North Fork
2 NONE
Esplin Gulch Segment 45 45a
38 III-IV
No Mans Canyon
92 III-V
Calf Creek
1 III-IV
Fisher Creek
88 IV-V
Buckskin Canyon
36 III-IV
Revee Creek
10 III-IV
Coal Wash, South Fork
16 II-III
Choprock Canyon
1 III-IV
Hogeye Creek
2 IV
Silver Falls Creek
1 III-IV
Cow Canyon
92 III
Yellow Creek
70 III-IV
Coal Wash, North Fork
16 III-IV
Dolores River Segment 3
3720 III-IV
Cottonwood Creek Segment 28 29
7 IV-V
Paria River Segment 68 69
2 II-III
Blackwater Canyon
1 III-IV
Sheep Creek, Nps
70 NONE
Eastside Tributary #1
77 III-IV
Indian Canyon Seg 24 25, North Branch South Fork
7 III-II+
Bitter Creek
259 IV-V
Larry Canyon
92 III
Indian Canyon Segment 26 27
7 III-IV
Coal Wash
16 III-IV
Snake Creek
2 III
Kitchen Canyon
2 III-IV
East Fork Boulder Creek
77 III-IV
Dolores River Segment 1
88 NONE
Colorado River Segment 3a
3720 NONE
Unnamed Tributary
1 III-IV
Fisher Creek, Dolores River Segment 1
88 III-IV
Unnamed Wash (4)
1 III-IV
Meadow Creek Segment 33 35
48 III-IV
Kanarra Creek
10 III-IV
Colorado River Segment 4
3720 III-IV
Colorado River Segment 5
3500 III-IV
Green River Segment 4a
3 III-IV
Indian Creek
0 III-IV
San Juan River
1040 II-III
Fable Valley
92 III-IV
Upper Green River
1750 IV+
Colorado River
3500 II-IV
Dark Canyon
92 III
Arch Canyon
0 IV-V
       

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