Colorado whitewater - Dolores River, Dolores / Montezuma County Dolores / Montezuma county, Rico to McPhee Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     39 miles   This stretch of Dolores River in Dolores / Montezuma County is 39 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Colorado is often tougher than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. There's camping available near Dolores River. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. This is the only paddling section along Dolores River.     The scenic beauty of Colorado and the water flowing gracefully down Dolores River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Now this is a pretty long section, so better bring your camping gear along. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: At Dolores River through the summertime months highs are in the 70's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's generally in the 30's. All through the wintertime the highs are mostly in the 30's, and after the sun is down all through the winter temperatures at Dolores River drop into the 0's. It is very arid here at Dolores River mostly; the month with most of the   snow is March, and June on the other hand is the driest. Hiking along the Eagle Peak Trail is glorious fun, and a tour to Dolores River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Drift Fence Spring. Take a hike on the Lost Canyon Stock Driveway, and Loading Pen Canyon is another tremendous spot to take a look at nearby. This river is a great place to visit. Dolores River, Rico to McPhee Reservoir road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 39 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.69369 Longitude: -108.03071 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.4706 Longitude: -108.502 Paddler input for Dolores River, Colorado: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Dolores River, Colorado Local climate location: RICO 19 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Echo Basin Dude And Guest Ranch, LLC, Mancos 13 miles away Echo Basin Ranch located in the Four Corners area of Southwestern Colorado and is sthe perfect location for your next vacation. We are a non-structured guest ranch where YOU plan for your own individ... Dunton Hot Springs, Dolores 14 miles away This perfectly restored ghost town thrives on contradictions, hand-hewn log cabins exquisitely furnished, a life-worn saloon serving food of startling quality, lung torturing trails followed by pamper... Cortez-Days Inn, Cortez 24 miles away The Cortez-Days Inn has much to offer. Shopping is minutes away, or enjoy a round of golf at the beautiful 18-hole course. Nestled in the heart of Mesa Verde Country, the home of the Anasazi Indians...   All Colorado Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Colorado. Books about whitewater paddling on Dolores River, Colorado List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Dolores 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 Durango, Colorado Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Durango, Colorado, the metro area neareast to Dolores River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Dolores River.   Whitewater Near Dolores River: Hermosa Creek, La Plata County , 27 miles away, Class IV-V - 24 miles long (Hermosa Park to US 550) San Miguel River, San Miguel/ Montrose County , 30 miles away, Class III - 7.3 miles long (Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road)   Ski Areas Near Dolores River: Hesperus Ski Center, Colorado , 21 miles away, 700 vertical feet Durango, Colorado , 31 miles away, 2029 vertical feet Telluride, Colorado , 34 miles away, 3530 vertical feet Silverton, Colorado , 43 miles away, 3000 vertical feet Kendall Mountain, Colorado , 47 miles away, 400 vertical feet Powderhorn, Colorado , 82 miles away, 1650 vertical feet Wolf Creek, Colorado , 102 miles away, 1604 vertical feet Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 114 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Crested Butte, Colorado , 115 miles away, 3062 vertical feet Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 118 miles away, 2010 vertical feet   Hotels Near Dolores River: Echo Basin Dude And Guest Ranch, LLC, Mancos , 13 miles away Dunton Hot Springs, Dolores , 14 miles away Cortez-Days Inn, Cortez , 24 miles away Holiday Inn Express Cortez, Co, Cortez , 24 miles away Budget Host Inn Cortez, Cortez , 24 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Dolores River: West Dolores Campground, Dolores County, 4 miles away Mavreeso Campground, Dolores County, 4 miles away Emerson Campground, Dolores County, 5 miles away   Trails Near Dolores River: Lost Canyon Stock Driveway, Montezuma County , 2 miles away Eagle Peak Trail, Dolores County , 4 miles away Morrison Trail, Montezuma County , 4 miles away Stoner Mesa Trail, Dolores County , 6 miles away Spring Creek Trail, Dolores County , 6 miles away   National Parks Near Dolores River: Mesa Verde National Park, Mesa Verde National Park - CO , 19 miles away Yucca House National Monument, Mesa Verde National Park - CO , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Dolores River