Colorado whitewater, San Miguel River San Miguel Montrose county, Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     7.3 miles   This stretch of San Miguel River in Colorado is 7.3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III section of whitewater. The nature scenery of Colorado and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road stretch is one of them. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this     general area you'll find lots of paddling places. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Montrose, as you can see on the road map further down. 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. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Colorado tend to be more challenging than the national average, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. You can pitch a tent or park   your RV at a nearby campground. The wild scenery of the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains is great. Briefly about the general area: There's perfect hiking along the Alder Creek Trail, and the best way to spend a winter day is on the slopes of nearby Telluride. You completely should love the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. The Wilson Mesa Trail offers hiking at its best; there are plenty of folks from Telluride here. Lots of fun awaits you along this river. San Miguel River is typically a reasonably waterless place. Of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain, and June is when it's the driest. San Miguel River, Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road 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 San Miguel River.   Whitewater Near San Miguel River: San Miguel River, San Miguel/ Montrose County, 4 miles away       Class III - 7.3 miles long (Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road) Whitewater Outfitter - Waterwolf, San Miguel County, 8 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Further Adventures, San Miguel County, 8 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Dolores River, Dolores / Montezuma County, 16 miles away       Class II-III - 39 miles long (Rico to McPhee Reservoir) Whitewater Outfitter - Rigs FLY Shop & Guide Service, Ouray County, 17 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Hermosa Creek, La Plata County, 19 miles away       Class IV-V - 24 miles long (Hermosa Park to US 550) San Miguel River, San Miguel/ Montrose County, 19 miles away       Class III - 16 miles long (Norwood Bridge to Green Truss Bridge) Mineral Creek - South, -blank- County, 20 miles away       Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Above South Mineral Camp Ground) Lime Creek, -blank- County, 20 miles away       Class V+ - 3 miles long (1st Gorge) Uncompahgre River, Ouray County, 20 miles away       Class V+ - 2.2 miles long (Ouray to KOA campground)   Ski Areas Near San Miguel River: Telluride, Colorado , 8 miles away, 3845 foot drop, 18 lifts, 115 runs Purgatory, Colorado , 21 miles away, 2029 foot drop, 11 lifts, 85 runs Silverton, Colorado , 23 miles away, 3200 foot drop, 1 lifts, 1 runs Kendall Mountain, Colorado , 23 miles away, 400 foot drop, 1 lifts, 3 runs Hesperus Ski Center, Colorado , 37 miles away, 700 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs Powderhorn, Colorado , 61 miles away, 1650 foot drop, 4 lifts, 44 runs Irwin Lodge, Colorado , 85 miles away, 2100 foot drop, 3 lifts, 15 runs Wolf Creek, Colorado , 85 miles away, 1604 foot drop, 7 lifts, 77 runs Crested Butte, Colorado , 86 miles away, 2775 foot drop, 16 lifts, 121 runs Sunlight Mountain, Colorado , 89 miles away, 2010 foot drop, 4 lifts, 67 runs   Hotels Near San Miguel River: Mountain Lodge At Telluride A Noble House Resort, Telluride , 8 miles away Madeline Hotel And Residences, Telluride , 8 miles away The Peaks Resort And Spa, Mountain Village , 8 miles away See Forever Village, Mountain Village , 8 miles away Lumiere Hotel, Telluride , 8 miles away   Campgrounds Near San Miguel River: Fall Creek, Placerville, 5 miles away Sunshine Campground, San Miguel County, 7 miles away Riverwood Inn and RV Park, Ophir, 8 miles away   Trails Near San Miguel River: Alder Creek Trail, San Miguel , 4 miles away Wilson Mesa Trail, San Miguel , 5 miles away Deep Creek Trail, San Miguel , 7 miles away Sheep Trail, San Miguel , 8 miles away Woods Lake Trail, San Miguel , 8 miles away   Public Lands Near San Miguel River: Mesa Verde National Park, Mesa Verde National Park - CO , 48 miles away Yucca House National Monument, Mesa Verde National Park - CO , 48 miles away Ridgway State Park, Colorado , 21 miles away Mancos State Park, Colorado , 37 miles away Uncompahgre National Forest, Colorado , 38 miles away   Golf Courses Near San Miguel River: Telluride Golf Club, Telluride , 7 miles away Telluride Ski & Golf Club, Telluride , 8 miles away Cornerstone Colorado, Telluride , 8 miles away   Lakes Near San Miguel River Cushman Lake, San Miguel , 6 miles away