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Rapid UT Class III

Rapid 16

Colorado - 18. Colorado/Green Confluence to Hite Marina (Cataract Canyon) (UT)

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Gauge Conditions
Colorado River at Gypsum Canyon near Hite, UT Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Rapid 16
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Rapid 16 features a challenging midstream boulder that creates complex hydraulics at low water levels, requiring precise maneuvering to navigate safely. Paddlers should be prepared to thread carefully between the boulder and surrounding rocks, maintaining good boat control and selecting a clean line through the constricted channel. At higher water flows, the rapid's character may change, so scouting and assessing current conditions is recommended before running.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
12.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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18. Colorado/Green Confluence to Hite Marina (Cataract Canyon)
Colorado
IV-V 48.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater