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   The wonderful Colorado scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This section of Henson Creek in Hinsdale County is 6.7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class IV-V section. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City stretch is the only paddling stretch along Henson Creek. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This     stretch is mid length, you can easily run it on an afternoon. Whitewater paddling here in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains is a great experience. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature have a lot of people coming here. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of places for that. The average Colorado whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year at Henson Creek arrives with high temperatures in the 70's, and the night is somewhat cooler of course, commonly in the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 30's, and nighttime   lows at Henson Creek through the wintertime commonly sink into the 10's. Henson Creek is a location that is quite dry commonly; August is when you get the most rain here, and June on the other hand is the driest. At this river you will never have a bad time. It's always great to visit Treasure Falls, and while you're here at Henson Creek, checking out Sugarloaf Rock is a must. This location, the San Juan and Jemez Mountains, has so much outdoors enjoyable stuff. Have a tremendous hiking adventure along the Ridge Stock Driveway, and if you fancy a little side spree, try Alpine Gulch. 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 fully restored Victorian Bed & Breakfast located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains in Ouray, Colorado. Lodging at the St. Elmo includes a full gourmet breakfast and special guest prices at t... 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...   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. 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 Henson Creek. 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 , 23 miles away, 400 vertical feet Silverton, Colorado , 24 miles away, 1900 vertical feet Telluride, Colorado , 34 miles away, 3845 vertical feet Purgatory, 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, 2775 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 Ouray Chalet Inn, Ouray , 21 miles away Best Western Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs, Ouray , 21 miles away The 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