Colorado whitewater - Crystal River - South Fork, Gunnison County Gunnison county, Schofield Pass to Crystal section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V+     0.25 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Colorado are harder than the national norm, so don't forget that rivers here are less forgiving. The Schofield Pass to Crystal stretch of Crystal River - South Fork in Colorado is 0.25 miles long and it is classified as a class V+ section by American Whitewater. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. Whether you're     whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The campgrounds here at Crystal River - South Fork are pretty good. The natural beauty of Colorado and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. This is a very short stretch so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. Briefly about the general area: During the months of summer highs here at Crystal River - South Fork reach the 70's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 40's. Highs through the winter are ordinarily in the 30's, and nighttime lows through the winter for Crystal River - South Fork tend to be in the-10's. A glorious location to pop by right next door to Crystal River - South Fork is Mud Gulch; Crystal River - South   Fork is right by the Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway. At Crystal River - South Fork you don’t see much rain; all through the month of August you get the most rain around here while February is mostly the driest month. Crystal River - South Fork, Schofield Pass to Crystal road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V+ Length: 0.25 miles Average Gradient: 600 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.07141 Longitude: -107.18843 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.07141 Longitude: -107.18843 Paddler input for Crystal River - South Fork, Colorado: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Crystal River - South Fork, Colorado Local climate location: TWIN LAKES RESERVOIR 1 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Eagle's Nest, Mount Crested Butte 18 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... Laurelwood Condominiums, Snowmass Village 18 miles away Ski in/out Suites close to mall- ski school. Condo Comforts/Hotel Services. Fireplace- Hot Tub- Kitchen- Balcony- Free Wireless. There is a special quality of life at The Laurelwood Condominiums. It ... The Grand Lodge Crested Butte Hotel & Suites, Crested Butte 18 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...   All Colorado Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Colorado. Books about whitewater paddling on Crystal River - South Fork, Colorado List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Crystal River - South Fork, 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 - South Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Crystal River - South Fork.   Whitewater Near Crystal River - South Fork: Yule Creek, Pitkin County , 1 miles away, Class V+ - 1.3 miles long (Bible Camp to Crystal River) Crystal River, Gunnison County , 1 miles away, Class V+ - 1.8 miles long (Road to Crystal to Beaver Lake) Crystal River, Pitkin/ Gunnison County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 3 miles long (Marble to Redstone) Crystal River, Gunnison County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 3 miles long (Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge) Crystal River - North Fork, Gunnison County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 0.65 miles long (to scree slope) Crystal River, Pitkin/Gunnison County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 2 miles long (Redstone to Penny Hot Springs) Anthracite Creek - Ruby Fork, Gunnison County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 11 miles long (Bridge to Erikson Springs Campground) Crystal River, Pitkin County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.1 miles long (Penny Hot Springs to Avalanche Creek) Daisy Creek, Gunnison County , 10 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (40' Waterfall to confluence with Slate River) Crystal River, Pitkin County , 11 miles away, Class III - 4.8 miles long (Avalanche Creek to B.R.Campground)   Ski Areas Near Crystal River - South Fork: Crested Butte, Colorado , 18 miles away, 3062 vertical feet Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 20 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 20 miles away, 2010 vertical feet Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 24 miles away, 3635 vertical feet Buttermilk, Colorado , 24 miles away, 2030 vertical feet Aspen Mountain, Colorado , 26 miles away, 3267 vertical feet Snowmass, Colorado , 28 miles away, 4406 vertical feet Beaver Creek, Colorado , 54 miles away, 4040 vertical feet Ski Cooper, Colorado , 63 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Vail, Colorado , 64 miles away, 3450 vertical feet   Hotels Near Crystal River - South Fork: Eagle's Nest, Mount Crested Butte , 18 miles away Laurelwood Condominiums, Snowmass Village , 18 miles away The Grand Lodge Crested Butte Hotel & Suites, Crested Butte , 18 miles away Wildwood Lodge, Snowmass Village , 18 miles away The Silvertree Hotel, Snowmass Village , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Crystal River - South Fork: Meri-daes RV Park and General Store, Carbondale, 0 miles away Osgood Campground, Pitkin County, 8 miles away Avalanche Campground, Pitkin County, 9 miles away   Trails Near Crystal River - South Fork: Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway, Gunnison County , 6 miles away Trail Riders Trail, Gunnison County , 15 miles away Hammond Trail, Gunnison County , 16 miles away Sunset Trail, Gunnison County , 18 miles away Lowline Trail, Gunnison County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Crystal River - South Fork: Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Gunnison - CO , 52 miles away Curecanti National Recreation Area, Gunnison - CO , 52 miles away   Lakes Near Crystal River - South Fork