Another essential consideration for all visitors is flash flood potential. Remember, the skies can be clear where you are, but a cloud burst upstream may send a wall of turbulent water down the canyon. Check the weather report carefully before venturing into these desert canyons. This chart divides Muddy Creek into floatable sections based on road access. Each section is classified for difficulty.
Classes are to be used only as a general guide.
For example, the first part of the float between I-70 to Lone Tree Crossing can turn into a Class III run with complex hydraulics during high water. Alternatively, it can be a rocky nightmare to negotiate with low flows. All visitors must float with caution. Land Status BLM quad map Warnings, potential hazards Attractions Class I - moving water, riffles and small waves. Class II - easy rapids, regular waves, usually no need to scout.