Colorado whitewater, Gunnison River Montrose county, Crystal Dam to Chukar Trail section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     16 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. If you're coming from Montrose it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. The natural beauty of Montrose     County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Crystal Dam to Chukar Trail section is one of them. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other spots. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Briefly   about the general area: Interesting geology is available here; High Point is right next door to Gunnison River, and Lions Spring is an inspiring place to pop by during your stay. Jones Draw is a great place to discover, and since you're here at Gunnison River, checking out Sunset View is a must. This is a really good river. Crawford State Park is a fine place to stretch your legs a bit. Gunnison River is frequently a relatively waterless place. All through the month of October you get the most rain around here, and June meanwhile is the driest month. High temperatures at Gunnison River throughout the warm months are in the 80's, and the night is a tad colder of course, mostly in the 50's. Gunnison River, Crystal Dam to Chukar Trail road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Gunnison River.   Whitewater Near Gunnison River: Gunnison River, Montrose/Delta County, 7 miles away       Class III - 13.5 miles long (Chukar to North Fork) Gunnison River, Montrose County, 7 miles away       Class IV-V - 16 miles long (Crystal Dam to Chukar Trail) Cimarron River, Montrose County, 15 miles away       Class V - 1 miles long (Cimarron to Gunnison River) Whitewater Outfitter - Black Canyon Anglers, Delta County, 16 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Cimarron River, Gunnison / Montrose County, 22 miles away       Class V+ - 10.2 miles long (Big Cimarron Campground to Cimarron Road bridge) Whitewater Outfitter - Rigs FLY Shop & Guide Service, Ouray County, 23 miles away       Whitewater outfitter   Ski Areas Near Gunnison River: Telluride, Colorado , 36 miles away, 3845 foot drop, 18 lifts, 115 runs Powderhorn, Colorado , 39 miles away, 1650 foot drop, 4 lifts, 44 runs Kendall Mountain, Colorado , 42 miles away, 400 foot drop, 1 lifts, 3 runs Silverton, Colorado , 42 miles away, 3200 foot drop, 1 lifts, 1 runs Purgatory, Colorado , 51 miles away, 2029 foot drop, 11 lifts, 85 runs Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 53 miles away, 2010 foot drop, 4 lifts, 67 runs Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 56 miles away, 2100 foot drop, 3 lifts, 15 runs Crested Butte, Colorado , 57 miles away, 2775 foot drop, 16 lifts, 121 runs Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 69 miles away, 3635 foot drop, 4 lifts, 131 runs Buttermilk, Colorado , 70 miles away, 2030 foot drop, 7 lifts, 41 runs   Hotels Near Gunnison River: Stay Wise Inn Montrose, Montrose , 9 miles away Super 8 Montrose, Montrose , 9 miles away Red Arrow Inn And Suites, Montrose , 9 miles away Baymont Inn & Suites Montrose, Montrose , 9 miles away Days Inn Montrose, Montrose , 10 miles away   Campgrounds Near Gunnison River: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Monument - North Rim, Crawford, 2 miles away Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Monument - South Rim, Crawford, 4 miles away R V Camperland-good Sam Park, Montrose, 5 miles away   Trails Near Gunnison River: Hartman Trail, Gunnison , 18 miles away Deer Creek Trail, Ouray , 20 miles away   Public Lands Near Gunnison River: Crawford State Park, Colorado , 11 miles away Ridgway State Park, Colorado , 18 miles away Sweitzer State Park, Colorado , 22 miles away   Golf Courses Near Gunnison River: Black Canyon Golf Club, Montrose , 9 miles away Bridges Golf Course, Montrose , 10 miles away Bridges At Black Canyon, Montrose , 10 miles away