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Colorado whitewater, Crystal River
Gunnison
county,
Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III-IV(V) 3 miles
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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 | |
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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.
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Crystal River, Crystal Mill Falls to Crystal Gorge 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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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) |
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, 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) |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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