PLEASE READ: the flow for this strech is incorrect. The gauge used is just downstream from Dotsero where the confluence with the Eagle River is. So the flow on the strech from Burns to Dotsero is not what is shown here. Unfortunately I don't know how to edit the gauge, maybe someone else can do this.
From Burns to I-70 there is really only one significant rapid (Burns Hole / Rodeo Rapid). The rest of the float is easy scenic Class I water at most water levels with a few Class II+ sections at above-average levels. Many access spots here allow for lots of day trip options. Camps and lunch areas are available here for those coming down from higher up the river.
Rodeo Rapid at low water levels is almost unrunnable due to the rocky nature of the rapid. At flows below or around 1000 you may have to portage or walk around this rapid. Scouting is recommended.
| Class | I to IV |
| Current Flow |
1640.0 CFS 07-27-2024 08:00 
View River Forecast |
| Recommended Flow |
Minimum: 500.0 Average: 2000.0 Maximum: 6000.0 |
| Typical Season |
Begins: April Ends: October |
| Recommended Use |
Kayaking: Yes Rafting: Yes Canoeing: Yes SUP: Yes Packrafting: Yes Fishing: Yes |
| Primary Gauge | COLORADO RIVER NEAR DOTSERO, CO |
| Length | 29.0 Mile(s) |
| Gradient | 15.0 FPM |
