Colorado
1. Bend to Colorado Bend State Park (15 miles)
| Difficulty | I-II |
| Length | 14.9 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 4 fpm |
| Gauge | Colorado Rv Nr San Saba, Tx |
| Flow Rate as of 31 minutes | 149 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | July 8, 2015 |
River Description
Scenic float trip alongside some steep cliffs, with a few light rapids sprinkled throughout. This is the last stretch of the natural Colorado River before it enters the Highland Lakes system.
Difficulty rating and recommended flow are taken from Texas Whitewater. Distances and gradient measured using GIS tools in 2015.
River Features
FM 580 Bridge
Distance: 0 mi
Access Point
Parking situation is unknown (beta needed.)
Cherokee Creek Confluence
Distance: 1.99 mi (approx.)
Other
Reference point
Barefoot Fishing Camp
Distance: 4.98 mi
Access Point
Private campground at river right (fee required)
Sulphur Springs Camp
Distance: 8 mi
Access Point
Private campground at right right (fee required)
Gorman Falls
Distance: 11 mi
Other
Scenic waterfall in Colorado Bend State Park, at river right
Colorado Bend State Park
Distance: 14.9 mi
Access Point
Park and take out near the park office (fee required.)
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