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* AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 200 Little Snake Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 202 White River Forecast Area below 8000 feet. * TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Wednesday. For the Fire Weather Watch, Thursday afternoon. * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...12 to 17 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
Summary
The best time to float this section of the river is from late May to early July when the water levels are around 1,000-2,000 cfs. The river runs through a narrow, rocky canyon with challenging obstacles such as The Needle's Eye and The Waterfall. Paddlers should be prepared for technical maneuvers and swift currents. Overall, the White River River Run is a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers seeking a challenging river experience.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 463 cfs (3.2 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 142% |
| Optimal Range | 500-1000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II |
| Elevation | 5,399 ft |
| Run Length | 37.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 10 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 414 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.9 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09306290 |
White River