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COLORADO RIVER · GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Two Rivers to South Canyon
Launch at Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs and take out at the BLM South Canyon river access, about 5 miles west of downtown. We move your car to South Canyon.
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- Put-in: Two Rivers Park boat ramp, 740 Devereux Road.
- Take-out: BLM South Canyon river access, I-70 exit 111.
- Distance: about 5 miles (South Canyon ramp is about 5 mi west of downtown).
- About 1.5–2.5 hours of floating, estimated from the ~5 miles at typical drift speeds. Flow, wind and stops change it.
- South Canyon is closed every year Nov 15–May 15.
- Live flow gauge: USGS 09085100.
Put-in
Two Rivers Park: parking, restrooms, a boat ramp and a changing structure near the ramp. Commercial users need a City permit.
Take-out
BLM South Canyon: concrete ramp, restroom and ample parking. From I-70 exit 111, turn south, then turn west (right) at the first bend. Coordinates 39.56517, -107.41627.
Parking and access
At South Canyon, park in the upper lot, not outside the restroom. No camping. The site closes annually from November 15 to May 15.
Measured booking distances
- Two Rivers → South Canyon: approximately 5.1 river miles (Colorado River).
Driftline’s measured legs, also used by the booking form. River miles are approximate distances, not float times or a safety rating. Conditions and stops change your time on the water.
Questions
When is South Canyon open?
BLM closes South Canyon river access every year from November 15 to May 15.
Where do I park at South Canyon?
In the upper lot. BLM asks floaters not to park outside the restroom.
Live flow: Colorado River below Glenwood Springs
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USGS gauge 09085100, read live in your browser, the same way our river tool does. All gauges are on River conditions.
Ready to float?
$65 flat fee. Same-day help: 970-540-4441.
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River conditions change. Check flows and closures before you launch, and always wear a properly fitting life jacket.