Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (10100 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-25 3:00 (43 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)
Discharge10100 cfs (median: 17700 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)
Height8.63 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
2026-06-25 03:00 8.63 10100 90800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28000 8110 10000 11200 12100 17700 41700 47100 64900 71400
2026-06-25 02:00 8.72 10400 90800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28000 8110 10000 11200 12100 17700 41700 47100 64900 71400
2026-06-25 01:00 8.73 10500 90800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28000 8110 10000 11200 12100 17700 41700 47100 64900 71400
2026-06-25 00:00 8.71 10400 90800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28000 8110 10000 11200 12100 17700 41700 47100 64900 71400
2026-06-24 23:00 8.71 10400 90800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28000 8110 10000 11200 12100 17700 41700 47100 64900 71400
2026-06-24 22:00 8.65 10200 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 21:00 8.55 9770 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 20:00 8.33 8950 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 19:00 8.20 8490 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 18:00 8.08 8070 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 17:00 8.08 8070 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 15:00 8.10 8140 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 14:00 8.08 8070 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 13:00 8.09 8110 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 12:00 8.07 8040 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 11:00 7.95 7640 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 10:00 7.73 6930 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 09:00 7.58 6470 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 08:00 7.63 6620 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 07:00 7.77 7060 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 06:00 7.96 7670 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 05:00 8.20 8490 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 04:00 8.45 9390 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 03:00 8.63 10100 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 02:00 8.71 10400 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 01:00 8.70 10400 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-24 00:00 8.72 10400 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900
2026-06-23 23:00 8.69 10300 97800 (1957) 980 (1964) 28600 7880 9770 11500 11900 17500 41000 48100 66200 71900

A total of 28 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.