Colorado whitewater - Henson Creek, San Juan and Jemez 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   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Colorado tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City stretch of Henson Creek is 6.7 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV-V section of whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of spots for that. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming     back for more. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Henson Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City stretch is the only one. Whitewater paddling here in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains is a great experience. The natural beauty of Hinsdale County and the water flowing gracefully down Henson Creek have people coming here. This stretch has has enough mileage, suitable for an afternoon trip. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Briefly about the general area: Interesting geology is available here; Sugarloaf Rock is in the vicinity of Henson Creek; Treasure Falls is an inspiring site to stop by during your   stay. If you come to this river you will have a good time for sure. If you have a thing about the outdoors you'll have a thing about it here in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. Near Henson Creek you discover Alpine Gulch which is a tremendous spot to stop by; Henson Creek is right by the Ridge Stock Driveway. During the summer months here at Henson Creek, high temperatures usually get into the 70's. For the period of the moonlight hours it's typically in the 50's. Highs throughout the wintertime are mostly in the 30's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Henson Creek descend into the 10's. At Henson Creek you don’t see much rain; August is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month is June. 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 and Jemez 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: 15.00/night per night per pet.... St.Elmo Hotel, Ouray 21 miles away Enjoy a turn-of-the-century historic Bed & Breakfast located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains in Ouray, Colo. All of our rooms are uniquely decorated with antiques and a Victorian-era motif. We are... 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 and Jemez Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. San Juan and Jemez Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the San Juan and Jemez 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 St.Elmo Hotel, Ouray , 21 miles away Best Western Twin Peaks Motel, Ouray , 21 miles away Ice House Lodge, Telluride , 31 miles away Camels Garden, 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