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Take-out CO

Take Out

Crystal - 01. Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge (CO)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 3,000.0 CFS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out marks the end of a challenging section in Crystal Gorge, characterized by a tight, technical exit with potential for hydraulic traps and sharp rock formations. Paddlers must carefully navigate a series of constricted channels and be prepared for swift current shifts that can quickly push watercraft toward hazardous obstacles, making precise boat positioning and momentum critical for safe passage.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
3.0 mi
Directions
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01. Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge
Crystal
III-IV(V) 2.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater