This is a beautiful desert multi-day run. Unfortunately the season doesn't last as long as the stretched on the nearby Green and Colorady rivers so look to run this during spring runoff. This isn't a whitewater intensive section of the Dolores but is still worthwhile if you're in the area.
| Class | II+ to III |
| Current Flow |
23.7 CFS 12-04-2025 16:00
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| Recommended Flow |
Minimum: 900.0 Average: 1500.0 Maximum: 3800.0 |
| Typical Season |
Begins: April Ends: June |
| Recommended Use |
Kayaking: Yes Rafting: Yes Canoeing: Yes SUP: No Packrafting: No Fishing: No |
| Primary Gauge | DOLORES RIVER NEAR BEDROCK, CO. |
| Length | 50.0 Mile(s) |
| Gradient | 10.0 FPM |