Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (6260 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-05 9:00 (44 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)
Discharge6260 cfs (median: 15000 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)
Height7.51 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)
TrendRising (rising 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
2026-05-05 09:00 7.51 6260 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 08:00 7.49 6210 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 07:00 7.53 6320 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 06:00 7.60 6530 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 05:00 7.72 6900 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 04:00 7.87 7370 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 03:00 8.07 8040 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 02:00 8.25 8660 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 01:00 8.30 8840 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-05 00:00 8.26 8700 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-04 23:00 8.17 8380 77500 (1952) 1010 (1963) 21000 6720 8750 10300 10500 15000 27000 31700 47800 57800
2026-05-04 22:00 8.11 8170 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 21:00 8.11 8170 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 20:00 8.10 8140 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 19:00 8.11 8170 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 18:00 8.11 8170 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 17:00 8.09 8110 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 16:00 8.09 8110 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 15:00 8.09 8110 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 14:00 8.05 7970 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 13:00 8.00 7800 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 12:00 7.93 7570 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 11:00 7.80 7150 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 10:00 7.63 6620 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 09:00 7.50 6240 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 08:00 7.47 6150 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 07:00 7.47 6150 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 06:00 7.49 6210 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 05:00 7.52 6290 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 04:00 7.58 6470 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 03:00 7.67 6740 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 02:00 7.79 7120 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-04 01:00 7.95 7640 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700
2026-05-03 23:00 8140 69600 (1952) 1010 (1963) 20600 7690 8730 10300 10400 14400 26200 29600 48300 55700

A total of 34 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.