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Colorado · Unknown Co.

San Miguel River

· 7 mi · Class
Optimal: 120–350 CFS · USGS #09172500
230 avg
259CFS
4.88 ft gauge height
Optimal
↓Falling slowly (-10 cfs/hr)
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 230 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #09172500
Bureau of Land Managemant

About

Bureau of Land Management waters flow at 230 CFS average through seven miles of the San Miguel River, with optimal conditions between 120–350 CFS on gauge 09172500. The upper San Miguel section and the Hanging Flume stretch comprise the main runs. At these flows, the river maintains consistent paddling conditions through BLM-managed canyon country.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waning Gibbous
88% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
9:40 AM
Moonrise
4:59 AM
Moonset
2:21 PM
★ Moon underfoot
9:40 PM
Next full moon: Jun 2926 days
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Data Quality

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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