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

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Current weather conditions at Henson Creek, San Juan and Jemez Mountains, Colorado
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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 ...



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OUTDOORS
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

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