As the weather continues to cool look for fish to begin to migrate towards the deeper runs. There will still be fish holding in just about any pocket near a rock but, look for greater numbers in the well defined runs.
Look for fish to rise on warmer days from about PM. Another thing to keep in mind are streamers. Streamers on days with solid cloud cover can produce a ton of action. River access is plentiful along Hwy 50 and countless "P" parking signs and pulloffs are available for the entire 58 miles between Canon City and Salida. There is some private property throughout this stretch of river, however these places are usually clearly marked and won't be cause for any shortage of fantastic water to fish.
Several parking areas also have picnic tables and grills available for public use. Recommended Flies. Add to Cart Sold Out. Umpqua Copper John Barr's. Umpqua Dirty Bird Tungsten. Umpqua Jujubee Midge. Umpqua Kreelex Minnow.
Umpqua Prince Nymph Gold Bead. Select Option 12 14 16 Umpqua Pure Midge Larva. Umpqua RS2 Sparkle Wing. Umpqua San Juan Worm. Umpqua Tungstone Golden. Umpqua WD Historical River Flow. Seasonal Conditions Fall fishing on the Lower Arkansas can be some of the best of the year. River access River access is plentiful along Hwy 50 and countless "P" parking signs and pulloffs are available for the entire 58 miles between Canon City and Salida.
Shopping Cart. A roadside access at about 1. Right below the dam, on river left, CR ends and runs back to and through Buena Vista closely paralleling the river on this reach and offering occasional access points.
CR is much closer in elevation to the river and therefore provides easier egress if you need to exit the river in a hurry. Typically, this is a May through August run, but that depends largely upon winter snaowpack and spring rainfall, which may shorten or lengthen the season.
When it flows you may prefer a drysuit or wetsuit with base layers to protect you from air and water temperatures at this somewhat lofty elevation that begins at just under 9, feet above sea level. The portage will be about one quarter mile, and it will not be as quick as running the rapid, but many paddlers will be drier and less "excited" by opting for the road rather than the river unless they are confident of their skills and equipment, in which case this is a super exciting ride.
The short distance on a steep gradient with a swift current makes this a quick run unless you run into trouble. It could almost be run in the time it takes to do the shuttle, which means it could be run three or four times in a day if one were to be so inclined. It is scenic and tight as the river cuts through the granite mountain, and inflatable boats should watch for sharp edges that can slide their tubes. This link will include safety information, helpful tips and suggestions and notices of things to avoid, like major holidays when crowds can be huge.
Denver and Colorado Springs are to the north, Pueblo is to the east and Grand Junction is almost due west. Louis miles all distances are approximate and depend upon starting point and destination point on the river. Water quality is generally very good to excellent and clear, though snow-melt cold. Because of the cold water temperature and the often cool to cold air temperature wetsuits or drysuits are highly recommended to prevent hypothermia.
By Colorado standards, this secton has a very long season ranging from May through August or possibly September, though the actual season may be longer or shorter, depending upon winter snowpack and summer rainfall amounts.
At higher flows the rapid can be portaged on river left. There are several other less prominent Class III rapids on this run that will demand attention and control, especially as water levels increase.
Water temperature and possibly air temperature should be considered a potential hazard on this trip and proper selection of clothing will greatly contribute to comfort and safety.
Ruby Mountain Campground off CR on river left at 8. There are other campgrounds available in the sections immediately above and below this reach - see those section reviews for specific information. While some reaches of the Arkansas River can be tame and leisurely the run from Granite to the Numbers Launch Site is not one of them.
Granted, there are a lot of much bigger runs in Colorado, but this one is nothing to take lightly. Dropping at 58 fpm in a narrow channel full of cold water and large rocks makes this either an exciting whitewater run, or else a "please let me live over this and I'll never do it again" moment. But, some of the other rapids on this short 5. The fact that roads parallel the river on one or both sides for nearly the entirety of the run means that you have options for getting out if things go south.
This run will be a snap for highly experienced paddlers, a challenge for those in the intermediate to advanced level, and potentially hazardous for those with less experience, the exception being as a paddler or passenger in a raft guided by a seasoned oarsman.
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