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San Miguel River

The San Miguel is a fast, narrow, and fun river that flows from the mountains near Telluride. It offers continuous Class II-III rapids through a beautiful, remote canyon lined with cottonwood trees.

Placerville / Telluride / Colorado
AreaPlacerville / TelluridePlacerville / Telluride
Coordinates38.07720, -108.05620Open in Maps for navigation
ActivityKayakingColorado water directory

Before you go

Useful details for planning.

Lodging

Full range of lodging in Telluride

Food & drink

Lunch provided with full-day trips

Rentals

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Hours

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Permits

None required

Pets

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Know before you arrive

Conditions and etiquette.

Health notes

Good for active participants

Pets

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