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Rapid CO

Rio Grande Campground

Rio Grande - 02. Box Canyon to Creede (CO)

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Gauge Conditions
Lake Fork below Lake San Cristobal near Lake City, CO Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Rio Grande Campground
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Rio Grande Campground rapid is located within the Box Canyon section, offering a relatively straightforward stretch of river with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential rock formations and potential shifting water levels that could impact navigation through this section of the Rio Grande. While specific difficulty ratings are not established, standard river navigation skills and situational awareness are recommended.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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02. Box Canyon to Creede
Rio Grande
II-III 23.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater