Colorado whitewater, Crystal River Gunnison county, Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV(V)     3 miles   The scenic beauty of Gunnison County and the water flowing gracefully down Crystal River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The average Colorado whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. There's camping     available near Crystal River. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. The put-in is not too far from Edwards, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This stretch of Crystal River in Colorado is 3 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV(V) section. This is   a short paddling stretch so no need to bring snacks. Briefly about the general area: If you're keen on cool geologic marks, try Chimneys of Treasure Mountain; there are great locations to explore along the Trail Riders Trail. Near Crystal River you locate Crystal Canyon which is a perfect location to have a look at. Going for a hike on the Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway is always a great adventure, and gorgeous scenery and good skiing is what you acquire at Crested Butte. During the summer months at Crystal River temperatures are regularly in the 70's. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 40's. Crystal River, Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Crystal River.   Whitewater Near Crystal River: Crystal River, Gunnison County, 1 miles away       Class III-IV(V) - 3 miles long (Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge) Crystal River, Gunnison County, 1 miles away       Class V+ - 1.8 miles long (Road to Crystal to Beaver Lake) Crystal River - North Fork, Gunnison County, 3 miles away       Class V+ - 0.65 miles long (to scree slope) Yule Creek, Gunnison County, 3 miles away       Class V+ - 2.25 miles long (10 000' to Marble Quarry) Yule Creek, Pitkin County, 4 miles away       Class V+ - 1.3 miles long (Bible Camp to Crystal River) Crystal River - South Fork, Gunnison County, 5 miles away       Class V+ - 0.25 miles long (Schofield Pass to Crystal) Crystal River, Pitkin/ Gunnison County, 5 miles away       Class III-IV - 3 miles long (Marble to Redstone) Daisy Creek, Gunnison County, 6 miles away       Class V - 1 miles long (40' Waterfall to confluence with Slate River) Slate River, Gunnison County, 8 miles away       Class V - 2 miles long (Beaver Ponds to Oh Be Joyful Campground) Oh Be Joyful Creek, Gunnison County, 10 miles away       Class V - 1 miles long (Ankle Breaker to Beaver Ponds)   Ski Areas Near Crystal River: Crested Butte, Colorado , 14 miles away, 2775 foot drop, 16 lifts, 121 runs Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 16 miles away, 2100 foot drop, 3 lifts, 15 runs Aspen Highlands, Colorado , 20 miles away, 3635 foot drop, 4 lifts, 131 runs Buttermilk, Colorado , 20 miles away, 2030 foot drop, 7 lifts, 41 runs Aspen Mountain, Colorado , 22 miles away, 3267 foot drop, 8 lifts, 76 runs Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 23 miles away, 2010 foot drop, 4 lifts, 67 runs Snowmass, Colorado , 24 miles away, 4406 foot drop, 21 lifts, 84 runs Beaver Creek, Colorado , 51 miles away, 3340 foot drop, 25 lifts, 149 runs Ski Cooper, Colorado , 59 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs Vail, Colorado , 60 miles away, 3450 foot drop, 31 lifts, 193 runs   Hotels Near Crystal River: Grand Lodge Crested Butte, Crested Butte , 14 miles away The Grand Lodge Crested Butte Hotel And Suites, Crested Butte , 14 miles away The Lodge At Mountaineer Square, Crested Butte , 14 miles away Timberline Condominiums, Snowmass Village , 14 miles away Crested Butte Mt R, Crested Butte , 14 miles away   Campgrounds Near Crystal River: Geneva Lake, Snowmass Village, 4 miles away Meri-daes RV Park and General Store, Carbondale, 5 miles away Snowmass Lake, Snowmass Village, 7 miles away   Trails Near Crystal River: Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway, Gunnison , 9 miles away Trail Riders Trail, Gunnison , 10 miles away Lowline Trail, Gunnison , 18 miles away Hammond Trail, Gunnison , 19 miles away Mill-Castle Trail, Gunnison , 19 miles away   Public Lands Near Crystal River: Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, Gunnison - CO , 48 miles away Curecanti National Recreation Area, Gunnison - CO , 48 miles away Paonia State Park, Colorado , 17 miles away Gunnison National Forest, Colorado , 17 miles away Sylvan State Park, Colorado , 35 miles away   Golf Courses Near Crystal River: Crested Butte Country Club, Crested Butte , 16 miles away Snowmass Golf Course, Snowmass Village , 16 miles away Roaring Fork Club, Basalt , 17 miles away   Lakes Near Crystal River Geneva Lake, Gunnison , 4 miles away