Paradox And Mesa Canyon (Bedrock To Gateway)
Class II+ Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 440 CFS
Too Low93°, Sunny
The Dolores River's Paradox and Mesa Canyon Bedrock to Gateway is a thrilling river run with class III and IV rapids, making it a moderate to difficult challenge for experienced kayakers and rafters. The river has tight turns and steep drops, with obstacles such as large boulders and narrow channels. The best time to float this section of water is in late spring or early summer when the water is high, with recommended CFS of 800 to 1,500. The scenic canyon views and challenging rapids make this a must-try adventure for experienced river runners.
Weather today, Sunny, with a high near 93. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west southwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
Status | Too Low |
Class Level | II+ |
Elevation | 4,171 ft |
Run Length | 50.0 Mi |
Gradient | 10 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 440 cfs |
Gauge Height | 8.0 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Dolores River Near Cisco
USGS 09180000 |