Fryingpan
01. Upper
| Difficulty | IV-V |
| Length | 5.1 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Gauge | Fryingpan River Near Thomasville, Co. |
| Flow Rate as of 18 hours | 196 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | May 14, 2020 |
River Description
Cphillips shared:
This run can be done after a warmup on Castle Creek/ Slaughterhouse. A step up for the first two, Upper Fryingpan is a bit out of the way. I say, see how the first two go and if you're feeling good it is really worth the drive.
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Log in to add a reportColorado DNR is moving the source for the gauge
https://dwr.state.co.us/Tools/Stations/FRYTHOCO
this is a SICK section. Qaulity class IV/V rapids for several miles. Look for wood as this is a remote rarely run gem that does collect wood each year and unless you know it was scouted top to bottom do your due diligence.
This run can be done after a warmup on Castle Creek/slaughterhouse. A step up for the first two, Upper Fryingpan is a bit out of the way, I say see how the first two go and if your feeling good it is really worth the drive.
No significant wood issues as of 6/5/11
What to expect a lot of on this run
this is the correct gauge
http://www.dwr.state.co.us/SurfaceWater/data/detail\_graph.aspx?ID=FRYTHOCO
The gauge provided for the run is below the dam.
This gauge is for the upper pan
http://www.dwr.state.co.us/SurfaceWater/data/detail\_graph.aspx?ID=FRYTHOCO
Man-Made obstructions on the Frying Pan River, Colorado
Detail of Man-Made Obstructions to Navigation