Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (9810 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-09-24 22:00 (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)
Discharge9810 cfs (median: 9780 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)
Height8.61 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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Gauge Data Table

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Discharge
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Discharge
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2026-09-24 22:00 8.61 9810 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 21:00 8.52 9470 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 20:00 8.43 9130 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 19:00 8.29 8630 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 18:00 8.19 8280 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 17:00 8.16 8170 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 16:00 8.13 8070 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 15:00 8.12 8040 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 14:00 8.08 7900 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 13:00 8.01 7670 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 12:00 7.93 7410 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 11:00 7.79 6960 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 10:00 7.65 6530 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 07:00 7.66 6560 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 06:00 7.79 6960 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 05:00 7.99 7600 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 04:00 8.22 8380 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 03:00 8.46 9240 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 02:00 8.61 9810 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 01:00 8.66 10000 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-24 00:00 8.67 10000 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900
2026-09-23 23:00 8.61 9810 39900 (1929) 1000 (1963) 10600 2940 3700 5200 6030 10100 13100 14600 18900 21900

A total of 22 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2024.