Colorado

2/2/05 The current draw down conditions on lake powell have altered the lower section of the river. There are a few minor riffles below Imperial Rapid (last rapid.) The current in the lower section is fast and it's an easy days float to the take out.

Good camping can be found from Imperial to the beach river left near Gypsum Canyon. Below there, few exist. Camping spots are mre limited in Spanish bottom due to mud and the erosion of sandy beaches.

The take out is dirt road off of Rt 95 just south of the Hite Overlook. It is located just downstream of the confluence with the Dirty Devil, and easy to miss. The access to the river is very steep, loose rock and dirt, and prohibits getting a trailer to river level. All rafts must be carried up the initial 10 feet.

As always, high flows may alter this take out and further limit access.