Colorado whitewater - Henson Creek, San Juan Mountains, Hinsdale County Hinsdale county, Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     6.7 miles   The Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City section of Henson Creek in Hinsdale County is 6.7 miles long and has been rated as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Colorado and the water flowing gracefully down Henson Creek will make you feel great. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Colorado is often more difficult than elsewhere, so     if you're not from around here don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. There are no other sections to paddle along Henson Creek than the Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City section. On this section you do get some distance, good for a one day paddling trip. The beauty of the San Juan Mountains is a great plus for this river. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good spots for that around here. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Henson Creek throughout the summer months are in the 70's. Summer night lows sink down to the 50's. All through the wintertime   the highs are mostly in the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Henson Creek. It's always pleasant to stop by Treasure Falls; you can have a perfect hiking adventure along the Ridge Stock Driveway. Yep, outdoors enjoyable things truly is plentiful here in the San Juan Mountains. A great location in the neighborhood of Henson Creek is Alpine Gulch; you ought to unquestionably explore Sugarloaf Rock while here. Henson Creek is typically a quite arid spot; August is the wettest month with most rain while June is commonly the driest month. If you come to this river you will have a good time for sure. Henson Creek, Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 6.7 miles Average Gradient: 122 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.0203 Longitude: -107.4015 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.02249 Longitude: -107.3238 Paddler input for Henson Creek, Colorado: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Henson Creek, San Juan Mountains, Colorado Local climate location: OURAY 2 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn Ouray, Ouray 21 miles away All rooms have mountain views. Telluride Ski Resort is 46 driving miles from hotel. Pet Accommodation: 10.00/night per pet.... Ouray Chalet Inn, Ouray 21 miles away Nestled in the San Juan Mountains, Ouray is one of Colorados best-kept secrets. Known as the Switzerland of America, Ouray has a little bit of everything for every one, for every season. Enjoy the spl... Best Western Twin Peaks Motel, Ouray 21 miles away Stay at this Ouray, Colorado Lodge nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains in the 'Switzerland of America'. The Best Western Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs is conveniently located in the city ...   San Juan Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the San Juan Mountains. San Juan Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the San Juan Mountains. All Colorado Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Colorado. Books about whitewater paddling on Henson Creek, Colorado List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Henson Creek, 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. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Henson Creek.   Whitewater Near Henson Creek: Lake Fork Gunnison River, Hinsdale/Gunnison County , 5 miles away, Class III - 3.6 miles long (Lake City Town Run) Rio Grande, Hinsdale County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 8 miles long (Rio Grande Reservoir to 12 miles above Creede) Lake Fork Gunnison River, Hinsdale/Gunnison County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Redbridge to Blue Mesa Reservoir) Cimarron River, Gunnison / Montrose County , 20 miles away, Class V+ - 10.2 miles long (Big Cimarron Campground to Cimarron Road bridge) Cebolla River, Gunnison County , 22 miles away, Class II - 10 miles long (Highway 149 to Blue Mesa Reservoir) Mineral Creek - South, -blank- County , 26 miles away, Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Above South Mineral Camp Ground) Cimarron River, Montrose County , 27 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Cimarron to Gunnison River)   Ski Areas Near Henson Creek: Kendall Mountain, Colorado , 20 miles away, 400 vertical feet Silverton, Colorado , 24 miles away, 3000 vertical feet Telluride, Colorado , 34 miles away, 3530 vertical feet Durango, Colorado , 38 miles away, 2029 vertical feet Wolf Creek, Colorado , 49 miles away, 1604 vertical feet Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 54 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Crested Butte, Colorado , 55 miles away, 3062 vertical feet Hesperus Ski Center, Colorado , 62 miles away, 700 vertical feet Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 72 miles away, 3635 vertical feet Buttermilk, Colorado , 73 miles away, 2030 vertical feet   Hotels Near Henson Creek: Comfort Inn Ouray, Ouray , 21 miles away Ouray Chalet Inn, Ouray , 21 miles away Best Western Twin Peaks Motel, Ouray , 21 miles away Box Canyon Lodge and Hot Springs Ouray, Ouray , 22 miles away Ice House Lodge, Telluride , 31 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Henson Creek: Lake City Campground, Lake City, 3 miles away Mill Creek Campground, Hinsdale County, 7 miles away Slumgullion Pass Campground, Hinsdale County, 10 miles away   Trails Near Henson Creek: Ridge Stock Driveway, Gunnison County , 6 miles away Big Blue Trail, Hinsdale County , 7 miles away Fall Creek Trail, Hinsdale County , 9 miles away Little Cimarron Trail, Hinsdale County , 11 miles away Ridge Stock Driveway, Ouray County , 12 miles away   National Parks Near Henson Creek: Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Gunnison - CO , 57 miles away Curecanti National Recreation Area, Gunnison - CO , 57 miles away   Lakes Near Henson Creek