Colorado · Unknown Co.
San Miguel River
· 7 mi · Class
Optimal: 120–350 CFS · USGS #09172500
107CFS
4.27 ft gauge height
Below Optimal→Stable
Avg flow: 230 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #09172500
Bureau of Land Managemant
One of the last free-flowing rivers in the Southwest. Before converging with the Dolores River, and then on to the Colorado River, the San Miguel moves through San Miguel and Norwood canyons—providing phenomenal Class II – Class IV runs for boating enthusiasts. BLM has recreation sites along its length.River has a constant gradient with no eddys. Good for boating in spring. Popular trout fishing later in the year.   For More Information Visit: Uncompahgre Field Office - Bureau of Lan
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