Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing river run
Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing
This river run is approximately 44 miles long and takes about 3-5 days to complete, depending on water levels and camping options. The river is characterized by towering canyon walls, beautiful scenery, and exciting rapids. Some of the notable rapids and obstacles include Hell's Half Mile, Triplet Falls, and Blossom Bar.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including permits that are required for all river trips. Permits are limited and must be obtained through a lottery system. Additionally, there are specific camping regulations and designated campsites along the river that must be used. All visitors must also adhere to Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.
Overall, the Gates of Lodore to the Southern Boundary of Dinosaur National Monument river run is a thrilling and scenic adventure for experienced rafters. It is important to check current water levels and obtain necessary permits before embarking on this journey.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Green River Near Jensen | 3,380 cfs | → |
| Yampa River At Deerlodge Park | 2,080 cfs | → |
| Little Snake River Near Lily | 506 cfs | → |
| Big Brush Creek Abv Red Fleet Res | 28 cfs | → |
| Green River Near Greendale | 1,170 cfs | → |
| Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut | 4 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- County Road 34 Moffat County
- Moffat County
- Swallow Canyon Road Daggett County
- Swallow Canyon Boat Ramp
- Little Swallow Overlook Daggett County
- Uintah County
Other river runs
- Lodore To Echo Park
- Whirlpool Canyon - Echo Park To Rainbow Park
- Upper Green River
- Swallow Canyon To Lodore
Campgrounds
- Wade And Curtis River Camp
- Pot Creek 1
- Pot Creek 2
- Gates Of Lodore Campground
- Gates Of Lodore - Dinosaur National Monument
- Triplet River Camp
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing
What's the optimal flow for Gates Of Lodore To The Southern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument, South Of The Split Mountain Boat Landing?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
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