Colorado whitewater - Oh Be Joyful Creek, Gunnison County

Gunnison county, Ankle Breaker to Beaver Ponds section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     1 miles
 
I understqand there is a great campground in Crested Butte called ''Oh Be Joyful''. Do you know where that is and who to contact? Thanks. Says Bev

The Ankle Breaker to Beaver Ponds section of Oh Be Joyful Creek is 1 miles long and it is classified as a class V section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Colorado is often tougher than elsewhere, so keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The wonderful Gunnison County
    scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. There are many good hotels to choose from, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The campgrounds here at Oh Be Joyful Creek are pretty good.
This stretch is very short so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. This is the only paddling stretch along Oh Be Joyful Creek. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places.

Briefly about the general area:
If you're here, you might as well have a look at Gunsight Pass; Oh Be Joyful Creek is right by the Trail Riders Trail. Oh Be Joyful Creek is a location that is rather dry ordinarily; August is when you get the most rain here
 
while February is regularly the driest month.
The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Oh Be Joyful Creek, and all through summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and nighttime lows in the-10's for Oh Be Joyful Creek.

Oh Be Joyful Creek, Ankle Breaker to Beaver Ponds road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V
Length: 1 miles
Average Gradient: 400 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.90707
Longitude: -107.04477

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.91059
Longitude: -107.03171

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Local climate location: TWIN LAKES RESERVOIR 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Elevation Hotel & Spa, Mount Crested Butte
4 miles away
The newly renovated ski-in/ski-out Elevation Hotel and Spa combines luxury with contemporary mountain décor to ensure pampering and relaxation. Nestled in the high altitudes of the majestic Colorado R...

Crested Butte Lodge and Hostel, Mount Crested Butte
4 miles away
Crested Butte Lodge and Hostel is one of the nicest in the world and our guests continue to tell us so. Built in 1997, the Lodge is a beautiful, modern facility that is spotlessly clean and very comfo...

Crested Butte Intl. Lodge & Hostel, Crested Butte
4 miles away
People do not check-in here and just stay in their rooms. They make use of the kitchen facilities, making meals, saving money, and sharing meals and stories with other guests. Guests gather in our g...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Oh Be Joyful Creek.
 Whitewater Near Oh Be Joyful Creek:
Slate River, Gunnison County , 1 miles away, Class V - 2 miles long (Beaver Ponds to Oh Be Joyful Campground)
Daisy Creek, Gunnison County , 3 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (40' Waterfall to confluence with Slate River)
East River, Gunnison County , 4 miles away, Class IV - 0.75 miles long (Gothic Bridge to above Stupid Falls)
Crystal River - North Fork, Gunnison County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 0.65 miles long (to scree slope)
Crystal River, Gunnison County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 3 miles long (Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge)
Crystal River, Gunnison County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 1.8 miles long (Road to Crystal to Beaver Lake)
Anthracite Creek - Ruby Fork, Gunnison County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 11 miles long (Bridge to Erikson Springs Campground)
Yule Creek, Pitkin County , 13 miles away, Class V+ - 1.3 miles long (Bible Camp to Crystal River)
Crystal River - South Fork, Gunnison County , 14 miles away, Class V+ - 0.25 miles long (Schofield Pass to Crystal)
Crystal River, Pitkin/ Gunnison County , 17 miles away, Class III-IV - 3 miles long (Marble to Redstone)
 Ski Areas Near Oh Be Joyful Creek:
Crested Butte, Colorado , 5 miles away, 3062 vertical feet
Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 6 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 19 miles away, 3635 vertical feet
Buttermilk, Colorado , 20 miles away, 2030 vertical feet
Aspen Mountain, Colorado , 21 miles away, 3267 vertical feet
Snowmass, Colorado , 22 miles away, 4406 vertical feet
Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 34 miles away, 2010 vertical feet
Beaver Creek, Colorado , 52 miles away, 4040 vertical feet
Monarch, Colorado , 53 miles away, 1171 vertical feet
Ski Cooper, Colorado , 57 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Oh Be Joyful Creek:
Elevation Hotel & Spa, Mount Crested Butte , 4 miles away
Crested Butte Lodge and Hostel, Mount Crested Butte , 4 miles away
Crested Butte Intl. Lodge & Hostel, Crested Butte , 4 miles away
The Lodge at Mountaineer Square, Mount Crested Butte , 4 miles away
Purple Mountain Lodge B&B-Spa, Crested Butte , 5 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Oh Be Joyful Creek:
Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Crested Butte, 4 miles away
Avery Peak Campground, Gunnison County, 5 miles away
Lost Lake Campground, Gunnison County, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Oh Be Joyful Creek:
Trail Riders Trail, Gunnison County , 5 miles away
Lowline Trail, Gunnison County , 10 miles away
Mill-Castle Trail, Gunnison County , 13 miles away
Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway, Gunnison County , 14 miles away
Granite Basin Trail, Gunnison County , 15 miles away
 National Parks Near Oh Be Joyful Creek:
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Gunnison - CO , 39 miles away
Curecanti National Recreation Area, Gunnison - CO , 39 miles away
 Lakes Near Oh Be Joyful Creek

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