canyon status

Canyoning Colorado runs these canyons on a regular basis for its commercial tours; please check departure times on each canyon page for more information. This information should be understood as a reference-only and not as a recommendation. Conditions can change dramatically after significant weather events and even on a daily basis. Any group or individual descending any of these canyons should do their own assessment of current conditions including weather forecast, water level and terrain status, and ensure all members of the group have the necessary skills and equipment to descend safely.

Canyoning Colorado offers canyoning workshops and training for those who want to acquire new skills and improve their confidence in aquatic canyons.

Canyon name Water Level Remarks Last Update
Angel Creek
Medium
Higher-than-normal flow for this canyon, beware of increased aquatic challenges.
Medium still some afternoon surges 06/29/2025
Portland + Angel Combo
Medium
Higher-than-normal flow for this canyon, beware of increased aquatic challenges.
all good 06/30/2024
Bear Creek
High
Water hazards require specific technical knowledge to overcome. For experienced canyoneers only.
high, in great conditions, have to swim at a few spots 07/07/2025
Cascade Creek
Medium
Higher-than-normal flow for this canyon, beware of increased aquatic challenges.
all good! 07/07/2025
Corbett Creek
Medium
Higher-than-normal flow for this canyon, beware of increased aquatic challenges.
some anchor making may be neccesary 07/07/2025
Oak Creek
Medium
Higher-than-normal flow for this canyon, beware of increased aquatic challenges.
finally dropping 06/29/2025
Portland Creek
Medium
Higher-than-normal flow for this canyon, beware of increased aquatic challenges.
finally dropping 06/29/2025
Upper Uncompahgre
Very High
Descent NOT recommended.
would not run it for a week two unless very comfortable in high water 07/07/2025
Weehawken Creek
Very High
Descent NOT recommended.
at least a month or two out 05/21/2025

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Ouray weather forecast

The below weather map is provided by Windy.com and shows the accummulated rainfall forecast for the next 24h in the Ouray and adjacent areas.