Colorado River Segment 3b river run
Colorado River Segment 3b
The segment covers 9.4 miles from Onion Creek to the Hittle Bottom boat ramp. It features several exciting rapids such as Funnel Falls, Nefertiti, and Rocky Hole. The rapids are exciting but not overly difficult, providing a fun challenge for intermediate paddlers.
There are specific regulations to this area that visitors must follow. The use of personal flotation devices (PFDs) is mandatory for all participants. Visitors must also follow Leave No Trace principles and keep the area clean and free of litter. Additionally, a permit is required for commercial use of the river.
In summary, the Whitewater River Run Colorado River Segment 3B in Utah offers a fun and challenging river experience for intermediate paddlers. The ideal streamflow range is between 2,000 and 10,000 cfs, and the segment covers 9.4 miles with class III rapids such as Funnel Falls and Rocky Hole. Visitors must follow specific regulations, including mandatory PFD use and Leave No Trace principles.
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 Colorado River Segment 3b -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River Near Cisco | 4,110 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Cisco | 181 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Gateway | 187 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 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
- Dewey Bridge Recreation Site
- Grand County
- Hittle Bottom Recreation Site
- Ut 128 Moab
- Lower Onion Creek Boat Ramp
- Fisher Towers Road Grand County
Other river runs
- Dolores River Segment 3
- Colorado River Segment 4
- Colorado River Segment 3a
- Moab Daily - Hittle Bottom To Take Out Beach
- Hittle Bottom To Rocky Rapid
Campgrounds
- Dewey Bridge Campground
- Dewey Bridge
- Dewey Bridge Recreation Site
- Cowskin Camping Area
- Hittle Bottom Recreation Site
- Hittle Bottom
Fishing spots
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 Colorado River Segment 3b 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 Colorado River Segment 3b
What's the optimal flow for Colorado River Segment 3b?
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
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Colorado River Segment 3b.