Colorado whitewater - Crystal River, Gunnison County Gunnison county, Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV(V)     3 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Colorado are often tougher than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The scenic beauty of Colorado and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. This stretch of Crystal River is 3 miles long and has been rated as a class III-IV(V) section by American Whitewater. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge section is just one of many. Not too many hotels nearby,     you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This is a somewhat short section so better bring some good walking shoes. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. The campgrounds here at Crystal River are pretty good. Briefly about the general area: A glorious location to stop at near Crystal River is Crystal Canyon; Chimneys of Treasure Mountain is something you shouldn't miss since you're here. Crystal River is a location that is rather waterless regularly; the month with most of the rain is August; the driest month of the year is February. At Crystal River during the summer months highs are in the 70's. For the period of the moonlight hours it's usually   in the 40's. During the wintertime the highs are typically in the 30's, and after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Crystal River descend into the-10's. Crystal River, Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV(V) Length: 3 miles Average Gradient: 110 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.06 Longitude: -107.1019 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.06499 Longitude: -107.14441 Paddler input for Crystal River, Colorado: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Crystal River, Colorado Local climate location: TWIN LAKES RESERVOIR 6 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Eagle's Nest, Mount Crested Butte 14 miles away Perched high on a ridge across from Crested Butte Mountain base area, these professionally managed townhomes offer the convenience and comfort of home to discerning travelers. The townhomes at Eagle's... The Grand Lodge Crested Butte Hotel & Suites, Crested Butte 14 miles away A warm and cozy Colorado ski lodge nestled in the high altitudes of the majestic Colorado Rockies and surrounded by over three million acres of wilderness and National Forest, The Grand Lodge is renow... Grand Lodge Crested Butte, Mount Crested Butte 14 miles away As the finest full-service hotel in Crested Butte- The Grand Lodge Crested Butte lives up to its number 1 position by providing a relaxed but elegant environment for your vacation or conference. Locat...   All Colorado Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Colorado. Books about whitewater paddling on Crystal River, Colorado List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Crystal River, Colorado. Find a whitewater outfitter in Colorado Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Edwards, Colorado Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Edwards, Colorado, the metro area neareast to Crystal River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Crystal River.   Whitewater Near Crystal River: Crystal River - North Fork, Gunnison County , 2 miles away, Class V+ - 0.65 miles long (to scree slope) Crystal River, Gunnison County , 3 miles away, Class V+ - 1.8 miles long (Road to Crystal to Beaver Lake) Yule Creek, Pitkin County , 4 miles away, Class V+ - 1.3 miles long (Bible Camp to Crystal River) Crystal River - South Fork, Gunnison County , 5 miles away, Class V+ - 0.25 miles long (Schofield Pass to Crystal) Daisy Creek, Gunnison County , 7 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (40' Waterfall to confluence with Slate River) Crystal River, Pitkin/ Gunnison County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 3 miles long (Marble to Redstone) Slate River, Gunnison County , 9 miles away, Class V - 2 miles long (Beaver Ponds to Oh Be Joyful Campground) Oh Be Joyful Creek, Gunnison County , 10 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Ankle Breaker to Beaver Ponds) Crystal River, Pitkin/Gunnison County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 2 miles long (Redstone to Penny Hot Springs) Anthracite Creek - Ruby Fork, Gunnison County , 11 miles away, Class V+ - 11 miles long (Bridge to Erikson Springs Campground)   Ski Areas Near Crystal River: Crested Butte, Colorado , 14 miles away, 3062 vertical feet Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 16 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 20 miles away, 3635 vertical feet Buttermilk, Colorado , 20 miles away, 2030 vertical feet Aspen Mountain, Colorado , 22 miles away, 3267 vertical feet Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 23 miles away, 2010 vertical feet Snowmass, Colorado , 24 miles away, 4406 vertical feet Beaver Creek, Colorado , 51 miles away, 4040 vertical feet Ski Cooper, Colorado , 59 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Vail, Colorado , 60 miles away, 3450 vertical feet   Hotels Near Crystal River: Eagle's Nest, Mount Crested Butte , 14 miles away The Grand Lodge Crested Butte Hotel & Suites, Crested Butte , 14 miles away Grand Lodge Crested Butte, Mount Crested Butte , 14 miles away Laurelwood Condominiums, Snowmass Village , 14 miles away Wildwood Lodge, Snowmass Village , 14 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Crystal River: Meri-daes RV Park and General Store, Carbondale, 5 miles away Avery Peak Campground, Gunnison County, 10 miles away Osgood Campground, Pitkin County, 11 miles away   Trails Near Crystal River: Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway, Gunnison County , 9 miles away Trail Riders Trail, Gunnison County , 10 miles away Lowline Trail, Gunnison County , 18 miles away Hammond Trail, Gunnison County , 19 miles away Mill-Castle Trail, Gunnison County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Crystal River: Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Gunnison - CO , 48 miles away Curecanti National Recreation Area, Gunnison - CO , 48 miles away   Lakes Near Crystal River