Gauge Conditions

Dolores River near Cisco, UT Downstream Primary

Runnable: 250.0 – 5,000.0 CFS

Minimum flows are 250 cfs for canoes/kayaks/inflatables, 800 cfs for small rafts to 14 ft., 1000 cfs for large rafts to 18 ft.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

This Class III- rapid features a technical entry with a series of sharp rocks and diagonal waves that require precise maneuvering. Paddlers should focus on avoiding the undercut boulder on river right and navigating the moderate center channel, which offers the cleanest line but demands careful boat positioning and quick eddy turns. At medium to high water levels, the rapid can develop more pronounced hydraulics that can quickly push boats towards hazardous features.