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Put-in CO

Put In

Henson Creek - 01. Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City (CO)

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Gauge Conditions
Henson Creek at Lake City, CO Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid marks the starting point for this section of Henson Creek, featuring a relatively straightforward entry with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential shallow spots and scattered rocks near the put-in, which may require careful navigation depending on water levels. While the rapid itself does not present significant hazards, standard whitewater precautions and route selection are recommended.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
6.7 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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01. Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City
Henson Creek
IV-V 4.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater