Utah whitewater - Colorado River, Grand County

Grand county, Moab to Powell Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-IV     112 miles
  This section of Colorado River in Grand County is 112 miles long and it is classified as a class I-IV section by American Whitewater. The wonderful Utah scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Utah are easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. There's camping available near Colorado River. A stretch this long is of course too much for a one day trip, perfect
    for a real wilderness adventure. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. The Moab to Powell Reservoir stretch is the only paddling stretch along Colorado River. 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.

Briefly about the general area:
Near Colorado River you hit upon South Fork Horse Canyon which is a nice place to stop by, and you need to pop by Chocolate Drops since you're here. Colorado River is a location that is relatively dry commonly; throughout the month of September you get the most rain around here, and February is the month with the least moisture.
This is such a fun river. All through the summer at Colorado River temperatures are regularly in the
 
90's, and throughout the night it cools down to the 60's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 40's, and after the sun is down all through the wintertime temperatures at Colorado River dip into the 10's. Taking a little spree to nearby Brimhall Point is a wonderful idea, and do take a hike on the White Rim Trail.

Colorado River, Moab to Powell Reservoir road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-IV
Length: 112 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.89389
Longitude: -110.36056

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.57249
Longitude: -109.58111

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Current weather conditions at Colorado River, Utah
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Local climate location: HANKSVILLE 31 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites MOAB, Moab
34 miles away
Near the banks of the mighty Colorado river sits the Moab Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Artistically decorated, this three story, 79 room hotel is surrounded by the majestic red rock cliffs of ...

Comfort Suites Moab, Moab
34 miles away
Fully enclosed pool. 24hr guest laundry. Arches National Park 7 miles. Large one room suites. Microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker in all rooms. Pet Deposit: 10.00 per stay. All Comfort Suites ...

Moab Valley Inn, Moab
34 miles away
The Moab Valley Inn is conveniently located on Main Street in beautiful downtown Moab. Leisure or business guests will be pleased with our well maintained guestrooms, free continental breakfast, spac...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Colorado River.
 Hotels Near Colorado River:
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites MOAB, Moab , 34 miles away
Comfort Suites Moab, Moab , 34 miles away
Moab Valley Inn, Moab , 34 miles away
La Quinta Inn Moab, Moab , 34 miles away
Silver Sage Inn, Moab , 34 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Colorado River:
Willow Flat Campground, San Juan County, 10 miles away
Squaw Flat Campground, San Juan County, 13 miles away
Needles Outpost Campground, San Juan County, 18 miles away
 Trails Near Colorado River:
White Rim Trail, San Juan County , 8 miles away
The Golden Stairs, Garfield County , 9 miles away
Silver Stairs, San Juan County , 9 miles away
North Trail, Wayne County , 10 miles away
Joint Trail, San Juan County , 10 miles away
 National Parks Near Colorado River:
Arches National Park, Moab - UT , 35 miles away
Canyonlands National Park, Moab - UT , 35 miles away

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