Colorado · Unknown Co.

Rio Grande

· 12 mi · Class
Optimal: 275–800 CFS · USGS #08251500
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Avg flow: 525 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #08251500
Bureau of Land Management

Typically boat-able year round by small craft. Outdoor recreation on the Rio Grande River, within Colorado, happens mostly in the San Luis Valley. Anglers love the San Luis Valley for its top-notch fishing quality, as this area is home to the state’s longest stretch of Gold Medal Water. Rio Grande Recreation Area features a meandering river flowing south to the Colorado-New Mexico border. Excellent fishing opportunities exist in this scenic canyon, and the shallow gradient of the Rio Grande is ideal for those who prefer flatwater rafting. Though a roadside boat launch is available, visitors sh

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River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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