Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (4900 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-11-03 9:00 (1 hour ago)Flood - The river is flooding. Obstacles can be treacherous or deadly. The river should be avoided at this stage for casual trips and definitely for the inexperienced. Trips should be attempted only with protective gear and equipment.Flood(none)(none)
Discharge4900 cfs (median: 8810 cfs)High - The river is high and potentially dangerous, especially for the young and / or inexperienced. Normal stream obstacles are sometimes difficult to navigate. Extended distances can be attempted, but canoe travel may not be advisable.High(none)(none)
Height7.06 feetGood - Conditions are ideal for a canoe or kayak. Boats typically will drag on fewer than one-quarter of riffles, if at all, and portages are unnecessary or rare. Normal float lengths can be attempted without a problem.Good(none)(none)
TrendFalling (falling over 24 hours)Low - River is low but can still be floated. Some riffles are okay but most come with significant dragging and might need a portage. Float lengths should be reduced to accommodate low flow, dragging, and portages.Low(none)(none)
USGSExternal icon USGS Site (External icon Duck Duck Go Maps)Poor - River is too low to float comfortably. Most or all riffles will drag or must be portaged and some obstacles (such as slick shelf rock) cause undue problems. Avoid the river at this stage for casual paddling trips.Poor(none)(none)

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Trips for Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Classic Trip List

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-11-03 09:00 7.06 4900 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 08:00 7.09 4970 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 07:00 7.09 4970 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 06:00 7.11 5030 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 05:00 7.11 5030 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 04:00 7.13 5080 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 03:00 7.20 5260 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 02:00 7.31 5560 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 01:00 7.47 6000 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-03 00:00 7.68 6620 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-02 23:00 7.89 7280 27000 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9780 4350 5100 6230 6630 8810 11300 12100 15800 20900
2026-11-02 22:00 8.05 7800 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 21:00 8.07 7870 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 20:00 8.07 7870 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 19:00 8.07 7870 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 18:00 8.07 7870 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 17:00 8.05 7800 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 16:00 8.02 7700 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 15:00 7.98 7570 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 14:00 7.93 7410 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 13:00 7.77 6900 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 12:00 7.55 6240 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 11:00 7.32 5580 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 10:00 7.09 4970 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 09:00 7.08 4950 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 08:00 7.09 4970 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 07:00 7.07 4920 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 06:00 7.08 4950 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 05:00 7.11 5030 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 04:00 7.14 5100 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 03:00 7.21 5290 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 02:00 7.31 5560 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 01:00 7.49 6060 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-02 00:00 7.71 6710 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900
2026-11-01 23:00 7.93 7410 25700 (1984) 1000 (1964) 9730 3700 5040 6420 6700 8830 11600 12300 16600 17900

A total of 35 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.