Steep whitewater in a sheer-walled gorge
Lower Piedra River
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The Lower Piedra, also referred to as the Lower Box, First Gorge and First Box is a steep and technically challenging wilderness section. A sheer walled gorge surrounds this fast-paced section filled with boulder gardens, drops and wave trains.
Recommended White Water Rafting Trips on Lower Piedra River:
Trip Name:
Piedra River Double Box
Sections Included:
Upper & Lower Piedra
Outfitter:
Mild to Wild Rafting
Learn More:
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800.567.6745
Trip Name:
Piedra River 2-Day
Sections Included:
Upper & Lower Piedra
Outfitter:
Mild to Wild Rafting
Learn More:
mild2wildrafting.com
800.567.6745
Trip Name:
Lower Piedra Full Day
Sections Included:
Lower Piedra
Outfitter:
Mild to Wild Rafting
Learn More:
mild2wildrafting.com
800.567.6745
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Lower Piedra River Whitewater Rafting Details:
Difficulty: Class III-IV+ (What does this mean?)
Elevation: 7082′ to 6583′
Average Gradient: 41.6′ per mile
Access to Access
1st Fork Campground to Lower Piedra Campground: 12 miles
Total Mileage: 12 miles
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Information for Piedra River Self-Guided Boaters:
The Piedra River is in the San Juan National Forest and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
- Boating Permit Required: NO
- Permit Details: No fee of any kind is required to float the river within the National Forest on public lands.
- River Manager: US Forest Service – Columbine Ranger District
367 Pearl Street, Po Box 439, Bayfield, CO 81122
970.884.1404 ~ www.fs.usda.gov/main/sanjuan
Shuttles:
Please contact the river manager (above) for information on shuttles.