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Put-in CO

Put In

Gunnison - 03. Crystal Dam to Chukar Trail (CO)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Gunnison River below Gunnison Tunnel, CO Upstream Primary
Runnable: 600.0 – 3,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In is the initial entry point for this section of the Gunnison River, offering boaters their first opportunity to assess river conditions and navigate the initial water features. While specific details about this rapid are limited, paddlers should be prepared for potential rocky entry points and variable water levels typical of Colorado river sections. Standard river safety protocols and careful scouting are recommended before launching.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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03. Crystal Dam to Chukar Trail
Gunnison
IV-V(V+) 14.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater