Take Out

This take-out site on the Elk River in Routt County provides access to one of Colorado's significant whitewater stretches. The Elk River is a large stream system with a total length of 175 miles, dropping 2,100 feet over its course and maintaining an average flow of 2,758 cubic feet per second. With an average gradient of 12 feet per mile and velocity of 4.17 feet per second, this section delivers consistent whitewater conditions suitable for paddlers experienced with moving water.

The take-out location at these coordinates serves as an exit point for boaters running whitewater sections upstream. Given the river's classification as a Stream Order 6 system with significant gradient and flow, this access point would typically accommodate kayakers and canoeists taking out after completing whitewater runs. The Elk River's drainage area of 1,533 square miles ensures relatively reliable water levels throughout much of the paddling season.

Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for fast-moving water and the technical demands of a high-gradient mountain river system. The river's substantial elevation drop and consistent flow make it a serious whitewater destination requiring appropriate skills and equipment.