Live float conditions for 46 Colorado rivers
Every river below is monitored through its USGS streamflow gauges, refreshed every 15 minutes and rated in plain language for kayak, canoe, raft and tube. Select a river for the live dashboard with current flow, trend, weather and community reports.
South Platte River
South Platte River is a small river in the Front Range region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the South Platte River Blw Brush Crk Near Trumbull, Co gauge runs roughly 100–280 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–200 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: South Platte River Blw Brush Crk Near Trumbull, Co, South Platte River Below Union Ave, At Englewood,C
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Arkansas River
Arkansas River is a mid-sized river in the Arkansas Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Arkansas River Below Granite, Co gauge runs roughly 240–810 cfs. Rafts want at least ~390 cfs. Tubing is best 170–570 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Arkansas Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Arkansas River Below Granite, Co, Arkansas River Near Nathrop, Co, Arkansas River At Parkdale, Co.
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Fryingpan River
Fryingpan River is a small river in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Fryingpan River Near Ruedi, Co. gauge runs roughly 100–290 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–190 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Fryingpan River Near Ruedi, Co.
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Roaring Fork River
Roaring Fork River is a small creek in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Roaring Fork River Near Aspen, Co. gauge runs roughly 45–60 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Roaring Fork River Near Aspen, Co., Roaring Fork River Near Emma, Co, Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs, Co.
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Gunnison River
Gunnison River is a small river in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Gunnison River Near Gunnison, Co. gauge runs roughly 280–620 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 200–430 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Gunnison River Near Gunnison, Co., Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel, Co
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Colorado River
Colorado River is a mid-sized river in the Colorado Headwaters region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Colorado River Near Kremmling, Co gauge runs roughly 430–1,300 cfs. Rafts want at least ~640 cfs. Tubing is best 300–910 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: Colorado River Near Kremmling, Co, Colorado River Near Dotsero, Co, Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs, Co
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Blue River
Blue River is a small river in the Colorado Headwaters region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Blue River Below Dillon, Co. gauge runs roughly 100–180 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–130 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Blue River Below Dillon, Co., Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir, Co
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Taylor River
Taylor River is a small river in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Taylor River Below Taylor Park Reservoir, Co. gauge runs roughly 100–400 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–200 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Taylor River Below Taylor Park Reservoir, Co., Taylor River At Almont, Co.
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Animas River
Animas River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Animas River At Silverton, Co. gauge runs roughly 70–90 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 50–65 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Animas River At Silverton, Co., Animas River At Durango, Co
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Eagle River
Eagle River is a small creek in the Colorado Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Eagle River Near Minturn, Co gauge runs roughly 55–75 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–50 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Eagle River Near Minturn, Co, Eagle River Below Gypsum, Co.
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Cache la Poudre River
Cache la Poudre River is a small creek in the Front Range region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Cache La Poudre River At Fort Collins, Co gauge runs roughly 55–140 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–55 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Cache La Poudre River At Fort Collins, Co
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Yampa River
Yampa River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Yampa River Below Stagecoach Reservoir, Co gauge runs roughly 80–100 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 55–75 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Yampa River Below Stagecoach Reservoir, Co, Yampa River At Steamboat Springs, Co
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East River
East River is a small river in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the East River Below Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte, Co gauge runs roughly 100–170 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–120 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: East River Below Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte, Co, East River At Almont, Co
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Dolores River
Dolores River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Dolores River Below Rico, Co. gauge runs roughly 60–80 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–55 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Dolores River Below Rico, Co., Dolores River At Dolores, Co.
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North Platte River
North Platte River is a small river in the North Park region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the North Platte River Near Northgate, Co gauge runs roughly 100–260 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–180 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: North Park · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: North Platte River Near Northgate, Co
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San Juan River
San Juan River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the San Juan River At Pagosa Springs, Co gauge runs roughly 180–250 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 130–180 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: San Juan River At Pagosa Springs, Co, San Juan River Near Carracas, Co.
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Clear Creek
Clear Creek is a small creek in the Front Range region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Clear Creek Near Lawson, Co gauge runs roughly 60–80 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–55 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Clear Creek Near Lawson, Co, Clear Creek At Golden, Co
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Big Thompson River
Big Thompson River is a small creek in the Front Range region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Big Thompson River At Loveland, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Big Thompson River At Loveland, Co.
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Fraser River
Fraser River is a small creek in the Colorado Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Fraser River At Winter Park, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Fraser River At Winter Park, Co., Fraser River At Tabernash, Co, Fraser River Blw Crooked Cr At Tabernash Co
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Elk River
Elk River is a small river in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Elk River Near Milner, Co. gauge runs roughly 100–210 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–150 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Elk River Near Milner, Co.
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Lake Fork of the Gunnison
Lake Fork of the Gunnison is a small creek in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Lake Fork Blw Lake San Cristobal Nr Lake City, Co gauge runs roughly 50–65 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 35–45 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Lake Fork Blw Lake San Cristobal Nr Lake City, Co, Lake Fork At Gateview, Co.
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Crystal River
Crystal River is a small creek in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Crystal River Abv Avalanche Crk, Near Redstone, Co gauge runs roughly 120–160 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 85–110 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Crystal River Abv Avalanche Crk, Near Redstone, Co
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White River
White River is a small river in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the White River Near Meeker, Co. gauge runs roughly 300–470 cfs. Rafts want at least ~350 cfs. Tubing is best 210–330 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing, Rafting · USGS gauges: White River Near Meeker, Co., White River Below Meeker, Co, White River Below Boise Creek, Near Rangely, Co.
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Boulder Creek
Boulder Creek is a small creek in the Front Range region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Boulder Creek At North 75Th St. Near Boulder, Co gauge runs roughly 55–90 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 40–55 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Boulder Creek At North 75Th St. Near Boulder, Co, Boulder Creek At Mouth Near Longmont, Co
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Gore Creek
Gore Creek is a small creek in the Colorado Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Gore Creek Abv Red Sandstone Creek At Vail, Co gauge runs roughly 40–45 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Gore Creek Abv Red Sandstone Creek At Vail, Co, Gore Creek At Mouth Near Minturn, Co
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Williams Fork
Williams Fork is a small creek in the Colorado Headwaters region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Williams Fork Near Leal, Co. gauge runs roughly 45–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Williams Fork Near Leal, Co., Williams Fork Near Parshall, Co, Williams Fork Below Williams Fork Reservoir, Co
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San Miguel River
San Miguel River is a small river in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the San Miguel River Near Placerville, Co gauge runs roughly 100–170 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–120 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: San Miguel River Near Placerville, Co, San Miguel River At Brooks Bridge Near Nucla Co, San Miguel River At Uravan, Co.
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Pine River
Pine River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Los Pinos R Abv Vallecito Res Nr Bayfield, Co gauge runs roughly 90–130 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 65–90 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Los Pinos R Abv Vallecito Res Nr Bayfield, Co, Los Pinos River Near Ignacio, Co
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Uncompahgre River
Uncompahgre River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Uncompahgre River Below Ridgway Reservoir, Co gauge runs roughly 160–220 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 110–150 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Uncompahgre River Below Ridgway Reservoir, Co, Uncompahgre River At Colona, Co
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Piedra River
Piedra River is a small river in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Piedra River Near Arboles, Co. gauge runs roughly 100–330 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–220 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Piedra River Near Arboles, Co.
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Bear Creek
Bear Creek is a small creek in the Front Range region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Bear Creek Above Evergreen, Co gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Bear Creek Above Evergreen, Co, Bear Creek Above Bear Creek Lake Near Morrison, Co
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Hermosa Creek
Hermosa Creek is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Hermosa Creek Near Hermosa, Co. gauge runs roughly 45–60 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Hermosa Creek Near Hermosa, Co.
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Cimarron River
Cimarron River is a small creek in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Cimarron River Near Cimarron, Co gauge runs roughly 40–50 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Cimarron River Near Cimarron, Co
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Purgatoire River
Purgatoire River is a small creek in the Arkansas Valley region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Purgatoire River Below Trinidad Lake, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–460 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Arkansas Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Purgatoire River Below Trinidad Lake, Co., Purgatoire River Near Thatcher, Co., Purgatoire River Near Las Animas, Co
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Tarryall Creek
Tarryall Creek is a small creek in the Front Range region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Tarryall Creek At Upper Station Near Como, Co gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Tarryall Creek At Upper Station Near Como, Co
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North Fork Gunnison River
North Fork Gunnison River is a small river in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset, Co. gauge runs roughly 100–300 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 70–210 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset, Co., North Fork Gunnison River Below Paonia, Co, North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear, Co
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Tomichi Creek
Tomichi Creek is a small creek in the Roaring Fork & Gunnison region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Tomichi Creek At Sargents, Co gauge runs roughly 40–50 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Roaring Fork & Gunnison · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Tomichi Creek At Sargents, Co, Tomichi Creek At Gunnison, Co
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Piney River
Piney River is a small creek in the Colorado Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Piney River Near State Bridge, Co gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Piney River Near State Bridge, Co
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Snake River
Snake River is a small creek in the Colorado Headwaters region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Snake River Near Montezuma, Co gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Colorado Headwaters · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Snake River Near Montezuma, Co
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Cherry Creek
Cherry Creek is a small creek in the Front Range region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Cherry Creek Near Franktown, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Cherry Creek Near Franktown, Co., Cherry Creek At Denver, Co.
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Mancos River
Mancos River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Mancos River Near Towaoc, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–80 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Mancos River Near Towaoc, Co.
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Fountain Creek
Fountain Creek is a small creek in the Arkansas Valley region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Fountain Creek Near Colorado Springs, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Arkansas Valley · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Fountain Creek Near Colorado Springs, Co., Fountain Creek At 8Th Street At Pueblo, Co
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Plum Creek
Plum Creek is a small creek in the Front Range region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Plum Creek Near Sedalia, Co. gauge runs roughly 40–55 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Front Range · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Plum Creek Near Sedalia, Co.
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Little Snake River
Little Snake River is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Little Snake River Near Slater, Co gauge runs roughly 50–60 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 35–45 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Little Snake River Near Slater, Co, Little Snake River Near Lily, Co
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Elkhead Creek
Elkhead Creek is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. Flows are dam-influenced — levels can jump with releases, so check the live gauge (and the generation schedule where posted) right before you launch. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Elkhead Creek Near Craig, Co gauge runs roughly 40–50 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 30–40 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Elkhead Creek Near Craig, Co
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Plateau Creek
Plateau Creek is a small creek in the Western Slope & San Juans region. For kayaks and canoes the good float band at the Plateau Creek Near Cameo, Co gauge runs roughly 120–160 cfs. It's generally too small to raft. Tubing is best 85–110 cfs on warm days. Bands are estimated from long-term USGS flow percentiles — verify with local outfitters and American Whitewater before you commit.
Region: Western Slope & San Juans · Best for: Kayak & Canoe, Tubing · USGS gauges: Plateau Creek Near Cameo, Co
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