Colorado whitewater - Yule Creek, Gunnison County

Gunnison county, 10 000' to Marble Quarry section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V+     2.25 miles
  The wonderful Colorado scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. This is a bit of a short stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Colorado is often tougher than elsewhere, so better not forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The 10 000' to Marble Quarry section is the only paddling section along Yule Creek. This stretch of Yule Creek in Gunnison County is 2.25 miles long and is a class V+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater.
    For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.

Briefly about the general area:
Not much rain falls here at Yule
Creek; the month with most of the rain is August while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Hiking along the Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway is good fun.
All through the warm months, highs commonly are in the 70's at Yule Creek, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. Daytime highs all through the winter are in the 30's, and nighttime lows at Yule Creek during the winter generally descend into the-10's.
 

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V+
Length: 2.25 miles
Average Gradient: 345 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.0102
Longitude: -107.14631

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.0329
Longitude: -107.1643

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Current weather conditions at Yule Creek, Colorado
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Local climate location: TWIN LAKES RESERVOIR 4 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Edwards, Colorado, the metro area neareast to Yule Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Yule Creek.
 Ski Areas Near Yule Creek:
Crested Butte, Colorado , 15 miles away, 2775 vertical feet
Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 16 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 22 miles away, 3635 vertical feet
Buttermilk, Colorado , 23 miles away, 2030 vertical feet
Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 24 miles away, 2010 vertical feet
Aspen Mountain, Colorado , 25 miles away, 3267 vertical feet
Snowmass, Colorado , 26 miles away, 4406 vertical feet
Beaver Creek, Colorado , 54 miles away, 3340 vertical feet
Ski Cooper, Colorado , 62 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Monarch, Colorado , 63 miles away, 1162 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Yule Creek:
Elk Mountain Lodge, Crested Butte , 14 miles away
Eagle's Nest by Crested Butte Lodging, Crested Butte , 14 miles away
Crested Butte Lodge and Hostel by Crested Butte Lodging, Crested Butte , 14 miles away
Grand Lodge Crested Butte, Crested Butte , 14 miles away
The Lodge at Mountaineer Square, Crested Butte , 14 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Yule Creek:
Meri-daes RV Park and General Store, Carbondale, 4 miles away
Lost Lake Campground, Gunnison County, 9 miles away
Avery Peak Campground, Gunnison County, 11 miles away
 Trails Near Yule Creek:
Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway, Gunnison County , 6 miles away
Trail Riders Trail, Gunnison County , 12 miles away
Hammond Trail, Gunnison County , 16 miles away
Lowline Trail, Gunnison County , 16 miles away
Mill-Castle Trail, Gunnison County , 17 miles away
 Lakes Near Yule Creek

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