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Utah | Sevier / Fishlake country

Clear Creek

Fish Creek Confluence to Clear Creek Road

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DistanceAbout 2.3 mi
DifficultyHard
Typical timeAbout 30 minutes to 1.5 hours for a prepared advanced whitewater group
ShuttleCar shuttle
Clear Creek flows through Idaho Springs, Colorado, between rocky banks.
River contextClear Creek at Idaho Springs; same-river context river-level context — not necessarily this exact reach.Photo by James St. John via Wikimedia Commons

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Conditions

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Route overview

Quick facts and what's next

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Quick facts

On-water distanceAbout 2.3 miFish Creek Confluence to Clear Creek Road
DifficultyhardRiverBrain rates the reach Class III- to III with a steep gradient, shallow rocky bed, quick current, and limited recovery margin.
ShuttleCar shuttleStage the Clear Creek Road dirt-lot take-out first, then drive back to the Fish Creek Confluence access. Both endpoints are roadside dirt-lot anchors with no ramp, water, or camping; confirm road condition and legal parking before launching.
PermitsNone notedNo route-specific permit is identified by the route source. Carry required Utah boating safety equipment, wear PFDs, obey posted road and land restrictions, and do not cross private property.
CampingDay tripNo route camping. The access source lists no camping and no water at either endpoint; use established lodging or campgrounds outside the route corridor.
SeasonMay-JunThe documented season is May to June, with snowmelt and rain driving the short runnable window. Check the live gauge trend and road conditions immediately before launch.

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Plan

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Route logistics

Access and shuttle

Use the direct USGS 10194200 gauge and the RiverBrain 200 cfs minimum-only gate. This is a short, steep Class III- to III creek run with roadside dirt-lot access, no boat ramps, and no camping.

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Start

Put-in

Fish Creek Confluence
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RiverBrain publishes the endpoint coordinates and all-vehicle descriptions, but both are small dirt roadside lots rather than maintained boat ramps.

Finish

Take-out

Clear Creek Road valley access
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Confirm current road status and legal parking; Utah DWR prohibits crossing posted private land or walking private streambeds to reach public water.

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Access caveats and watch for

Access caveats

  • RiverBrain publishes the endpoint coordinates and all-vehicle descriptions, but both are small dirt roadside lots rather than maintained boat ramps.
  • Confirm current road status and legal parking; Utah DWR prohibits crossing posted private land or walking private streambeds to reach public water.
  • Use the signed road corridor and do not infer public access from nearby private parcels, fences, or informal pullouts.
  • The route source is community-maintained; same-day visual scouting is required because access, wood, fences, and diversion hazards can change.

Watch for

  • Class III- to III gradient, shallow rocks, fast current, and limited recovery margin.
  • Wood, fences, diversion structures, bridge clearances, and changing snowmelt or storm flows.
  • Cold water and a consequential swim; carry appropriate whitewater equipment and do not run alone.
  • Roadside traffic, parking conflicts, and any posted private-land restrictions near the access roads.

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Score & sources

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Data behind the scoreGauge, thresholds, and timing

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Gauge siteClear Creek above diversions, near Sevier, UT
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Ideal rangeNeeds paddler reports
Known low-water floor200 cfs
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NotesWhat to know before you go

These notes cover the access details, route quirks, and source caveats most likely to matter once you get there.

  • Live gaugeUSGS 10194200 Clear Creek above diversions

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  • Route and endpointsFish Creek Confluence to Clear Creek Road, 2.3 mi

    RiverBrain publishes the named access pair, coordinates, elevations, and all-vehicle roadside descriptions.

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  • ThresholdMinimum 200 cfs; average 300 cfs; maximum 600 cfs

    RiverBrain publishes the route-specific recommended levels tied to USGS 10194200. Treat this as community guidance and require same-day scouting.

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  • Access coordinates38.58368158, -112.40917126 to 38.58062666, -112.36557195

    RiverBrain publishes both access coordinates; each is a small dirt roadside lot with no ramp, water, or camping.

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  • Access and legal caveatRoadside access only; no trespass

    Utah DWR warns that public-water recreation does not authorize walking on private streambeds or crossing posted private land. Confirm parking and road status before launch.

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Quick answers

Clear Creek paddling FAQ

What water level is good for paddling Clear Creek?

Paddle Today watches Clear Creek above diversions, near Sevier, UT and uses 200 cfs as the conservative low-water floor for this route. The ideal range still needs more paddler reports.

Where does this Clear Creek route start and end?

This route starts at Fish Creek Confluence and ends at Clear Creek Road valley access, about About 2.3 mi on the water.

Is this Clear Creek route good for beginners?

This is listed as a hard route. Treat the live score as a planning aid, then confirm conditions, hazards, access, and group skill before launching.

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