Gauge Conditions

Roaring Fork River below Maroon Creek near Aspen, CO Upstream Primary

Runnable: 200.0 – 2,700.0 CFS

200 to 500 cfs = Ultra low flow. 500 cfs to 800 cfs = low flows. 800 cfs to 1700 cfs = medium flows. 1700 cfs to 2700 cfs = higher flows. Above 2700 cfs = high

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Take Out marks the conclusion of the Slaughterhouse section, serving as a critical exit point for boaters after navigating the challenging upstream rapids. The rapid itself requires careful boat positioning and precise maneuvering to safely exit the river, with potential obstacles near the shoreline and potential uneven terrain that demands attentive navigation.