If you are looking for a longer run that ends in some of the best play waves in the country then this is for you. This section has some rapids and flatwater above the town that is good for beginners to lose their training wheels. See the Salida Whitewater Park on the river listings for info about that.
This section can actually be easier at normal to higher water flows since it will be less bony and less rock maneuvering.
For putin click here
For takeout click here
| Class | II to III |
| Current Flow |
1050.0 CFS 05-19-2024 15:45 |
| Recommended Flow |
Minimum: 500.0 Average: 1800.0 Maximum: 4000.0 |
| Typical Season |
Begins: April Ends: August |
| Recommended Use |
Kayaking: Yes Rafting: Yes Canoeing: Yes SUP: No Packrafting: No Fishing: Yes |
| Primary Gauge | ARKANSAS RIVER NEAR NATHROP, CO |
| Length | 12.0 Mile(s) |
| Gradient | FPM |
