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Lake Fork of the Gunnison River
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The upper Lake Fork River is a mellow float with Class II rapids, making it a fun family trip. Suddenly the river shifts abruptly to a precipitous gorge, plunging through a steep box canyon with wild Class IV - Class V rapids. This beautiful forested canyon contains the wild Surprise, Big Drop and Rattlesnake Rapids, dropping at an average rate of 50 feet per mile. The final decent brings you into Blue Mesa Reservoir. To raft this section of the river, you must be at least 12 years old and have previous white water experience.
The International Rapid Rating Scale:
Class I: Easy. Fast moving water with riffles, small waves.
Class II: Novice. Straightforward rapids, wide, clear channels.
Class III: Intermediate. Rapids, moderate, irregular waves.
Class IV: Advanced. Intense, powerful rapids, precise boat handling.
Class V: Expert. Long, obstructed, violent rapids.
- Boulder Outdoor Center: Rafting, Kayaking & Snowmobiling
- Winter & summer equipment, lessons & guided trips. Snow-sports: snowcat, heli skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing. Paddle-sports: kayaking, canoeing, and rafting. EXPERTISE is our difference.
- Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting Raft, Fish, Kayak
- Features modern river front cabins with kitchens, fly shop, paddle shop, rafting, and Smokehouse Grill. 10 miles north of Gunnison in Almont, on Taylor, East & Gunnison Rivers.
- Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting Raft, Fish, Kayak
Whitewater Rafting Companies on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River:
North Platte River Whitewater Rafting / Piedra River Whitewater Rafting / Rio Chama River Whitewater Rafting / Rio Grande River Whitewater Rafting / Roaring Fork River Whitewater Rafting / San Juan River Whitewater Rafting / San Miguel River Whitewater Rafting / South Platte River Whitewater Rafting / St. Vrain River Whitewater Rafting / Taylor River Whitewater Rafting / Uncompahgre River Whitewater Rafting / Upper Colorado River Whitewater Rafting / White River Whitewater Rafting / Yampa River Whitewater Rafting
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