Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (6240 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-09-18 9:00 (58 minutes 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)
Discharge6240 cfs (median: 9630 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)
Height7.53 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
2026-09-18 09:00 7.53 6240 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 08:00 7.54 6260 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 07:00 7.61 6470 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 06:00 7.72 6810 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 05:00 7.88 7310 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 04:00 8.07 7940 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 03:00 8.26 8590 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 02:00 8.37 8990 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 01:00 8.44 9240 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-18 00:00 8.46 9320 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-17 23:00 8.44 9240 45300 (1927) 1010 (1963) 10500 2720 3600 5130 6170 9630 12500 14600 18300 21600
2026-09-17 22:00 8.41 9130 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 21:00 8.36 8950 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 20:00 8.27 8630 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 19:00 8.19 8350 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 18:00 8.10 8040 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 17:00 8.09 8000 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 16:00 8.09 8000 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 15:00 8.07 7940 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 14:00 8.04 7840 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 13:00 7.99 7670 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 12:00 7.90 7370 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 11:00 7.78 6990 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 10:00 7.63 6530 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 09:00 7.52 6210 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 08:00 7.54 6260 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 07:00 7.60 6440 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 06:00 7.72 6810 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 05:00 7.88 7310 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 04:00 8.08 7970 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 03:00 8.26 8590 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 02:00 8.38 9020 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 01:00 8.44 9240 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-17 00:00 8.46 9320 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600
2026-09-16 23:00 8.45 9280 55900 (1927) 997 (1964) 10600 2690 3560 5120 6200 9600 12500 14200 18000 23600

A total of 35 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2024.