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2026-03-07T00:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...West Elk and Sawatch Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.

Waterfall To Confluence Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Waterfall to Confluence river run on the Roaring Fork River in Colorado is an exciting and challenging route for experienced rafters.

Summary

The course features several class III and class IV rapids, including the infamous Slaughterhouse Falls. The best time to float this section of water is typically from May to July when water flows range from 1,000 to 3,000 CFS. Rafters should be prepared for steep drops, strong currents, and submerged rocks. This is not a suitable route for beginners or inexperienced paddlers.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	401 cfs (5.3 ft)
Percent of Normal	97%
Optimal Range	500-2000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	V-
Elevation	6,479 ft
Run Length	1.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	184 cfs
Gauge Height	4.8 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09081000

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Muddy Creek At Bardine 0.30cfs	0cfs
East River Bl Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte 74.1cfs	74cfs
North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset 68.6cfs	69cfs
Roaring Fork River Ab Difficult C Nr Aspen 8.21cfs	8cfs
Crystal River Ab Avalanche C 55.7cfs	56cfs
Roaring Fork River Near Aspen 19.8cfs	20cfs