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Utah whitewater, Colorado River
Grand
county,
Cisco to Moab section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-III 47 miles
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The Cisco to Moab stretch of Colorado River is 47 miles long and it is classified as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Utah and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you |
coming back for more. The Cisco to Moab stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. The campgrounds here at Colorado River are pretty good. Now this is a pretty long section, so better bring your camping
| gear along. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Utah are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.
Briefly about the general area: A trip to Buck Spring will fill your spirit | |
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with delightful feelings; since you're here, you might as well check out Yellow Jacket Canyon. During the months of summer here at Colorado River, high temperatures frequently get into the 90's. For the period of the dark
hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 60's. Highs through the winter are typically in the 30's with temperatures at Colorado River dipping down into the 10's during winter nights. At Colorado River you don’t see much precipitation. Most of the rain falls during October; February is when it's the driest.
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Colorado River, Cisco to Moab road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
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Stats
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Weather
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These outdoors activities are available near Colorado River. |
| Hotels Near Colorado River:
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Red Stone Inn, Moab
, 14 miles away |
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Sorrel River Ranch Resort And Spa, Moab
, 14 miles away |
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Apache Motel, Moab
, 21 miles away |
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Comfort Suites Moab, Moab
, 21 miles away |
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Days Inn Moab, Moab
, 21 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Colorado River:
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Arches National Park, Moab - UT
, 21 miles away |
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Canyonlands National Park, Moab - UT
, 21 miles away |
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Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah
, 33 miles away |
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