Arizona whitewater - Colorado River, Mohave County

Mohave county, Hoover Dam to Willow Beach section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here. The natural beauty of Arizona and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The campgrounds here at Colorado River are pretty good. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations
    in advance you're all set. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter,
this is an area with not too many other places for that.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime at Colorado River arrives with high temperatures in the 100's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 70's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 50's, and winter nights come with lows in the 30's to Colorado River. This river is so good.
It is very dry here at Colorado River regularly; August is the month that gets the most rain, and June is the month with the least moisture. Big Sand Bar Rapids is an inspiring site
 
to have a look at during your stay, and nearby you discover Big Sand Bar which is a delightful place to have a look at. A short tour to Big Sand Bar is always worthwhile, and on a tremendous day it's a great idea to spend the day at Special Events Beach.

Colorado River, Hoover Dam to Willow Beach road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class:
Length: 12 miles
Average Gradient: 1 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.0115
Longitude: -114.74311

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.86989
Longitude: -114.66101

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Current weather conditions at Colorado River, Arizona
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Local climate location: BOULDER CITY 23 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Colorado River.
 Whitewater Near Colorado River:
Colorado River, Mohave / Clark County , 5 miles away, Class I - 30 miles long (Black Canyon)
 Ski Areas Near Colorado River:
Las Vegas Ski, Nevada , 71 miles away, 860 vertical feet
 Beaches Near Colorado River:
Special Events Beach, Clark County , 7 miles away
South Beach, Clark County , 8 miles away
Boulder Beach, Clark County , 8 miles away
 Hotels Near Colorado River:
Boulder Dam Hotel, Boulder City , 10 miles away
Boulder Inn And Suites, Boulder City , 10 miles away
Loews Lake Las Vegas, Henderson , 18 miles away
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas, Henderson , 18 miles away
MonteLago, Henderson , 18 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Colorado River:
Hemenway Campground, Clark County, 8 miles away
Boulder Beach Campground, Clark County, 9 miles away
Boulder Oaks RV Resort, Boulder City, 10 miles away
 National Parks Near Colorado River:
Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Boulder City - NV , 9 miles away
 Lakes Near Colorado River

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