Colorado whitewater - San Miguel River, Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains, San Miguel/ Montrose County San Miguel/ Montrose county, BB 36 Road to Green Truss Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     5.2 miles   The nature scenery of Colorado and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. This section of San Miguel River is 5.2 miles long and is a class III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains scenery is wonderful. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling places. This is a pretty decent length section, you can easily run it on an afternoon. A good workout and just hanging out     with mother nature will have 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, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that many runs in this state are not easy. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The starting point is not too far from Montrose, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. Briefly about the general area: But wait, there's more amusing stuff to do in the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. San Miguel River is right by the Telephone   Draw Trail. San Miguel River is usually a relatively dehydrated place; the wettest month of the year is ordinarily October, that's the one that rains the most while June is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Summertime brings highs in the 90's to San Miguel River, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. Highs all through the winter are usually in the 30's, and through the dark hours in the winter at San Miguel River temperatures sink to the 10's. Take a hike on the Ray Trail, and while you're here why not pop by Telephone Draw. San Miguel River, BB 36 Road to Green Truss Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III Length: 5.2 miles Average Gradient: 60 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.219 Longitude: -108.34981 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.2662 Longitude: -108.40011 Paddler input for San Miguel River, Colorado: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at San Miguel River, Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains, Colorado Local climate location: URAVAN 4 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Southgate Inns, Delta 34 miles away Comfortable, quiet southwestern atmosphere with scenic views of Grand Mesa this beautiful independent motel has all kinds of amenities like very clean room, outdoor seasonal pool, spa, free continenta... Best Western Sundance, Delta 34 miles away Stay at this recently renovated Delta, Colorado hotel. The Best Western Sundance is conveniently located in Delta, Colorado with easy access to area attractions and business locations. The hotel in c... Comfort Inn Delta, Delta 34 miles away FREE deluxe continental breakfast. FREE fresh baked cookies each evening. FREE passes available to guests for recreation center next door (one block away) which includes a huge indoor pool, fitness ce...   Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. All Colorado Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Colorado. Books about whitewater paddling on San Miguel River, Colorado List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on San Miguel River, 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 Montrose, Colorado Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Montrose, Colorado, the metro area neareast to San Miguel River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near San Miguel River.   Whitewater Near San Miguel River: San Miguel River, San Miguel/ Montrose County , 5 miles away, Class III - 16 miles long (Norwood Bridge to Green Truss Bridge) Escalante Creek, Gunnison County , 24 miles away, Class V - 6.5 miles long (Escalante Forks to Captain Smith's Cabin)   Ski Areas Near San Miguel River: Telluride, Colorado , 40 miles away, 3530 vertical feet Powderhorn, Colorado , 47 miles away, 1650 vertical feet Durango, Colorado , 51 miles away, 2029 vertical feet Silverton, Colorado , 55 miles away, 3000 vertical feet Hesperus Ski Center, Colorado , 56 miles away, 700 vertical feet Kendall Mountain, Colorado , 56 miles away, 400 vertical feet Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 95 miles away, 2010 vertical feet Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 104 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Crested Butte, Colorado , 104 miles away, 3062 vertical feet Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 117 miles away, 3635 vertical feet   Hotels Near San Miguel River: Southgate Inns, Delta , 34 miles away Best Western Sundance, Delta , 34 miles away Comfort Inn Delta, Delta , 34 miles away Quality Inn & Suites, Montrose , 36 miles away Canyon Trails Inn, Montrose , 36 miles away   Camp Grounds Near San Miguel River: Smokehouse Campground, Montrose County, 11 miles away Antone Spring Campground, Montrose County, 14 miles away Miramonte Reservoir Campground, San Miguel County, 15 miles away   Trails Near San Miguel River: Telephone Draw Trail, Montrose County , 3 miles away Ray Trail, Montrose County , 4 miles away Cottonwood Trail, Montrose County , 7 miles away Grassy Lake Trail, Montrose County , 8 miles away Moore Mesa Trail, Montrose County , 11 miles away   National Parks Near San Miguel River: Mesa Verde National Park, Mesa Verde National Park - CO , 51 miles away Yucca House National Monument, Mesa Verde National Park - CO , 51 miles away   Lakes Near San Miguel River