White River
Rising in the Flat Tops of northwest Colorado, the river heads west past Meeker, turns southwest near Rangely, and crosses into Utah to meet the Green River near Ouray.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the White River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | About 195 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | North and South Forks meet near Buford, Flat Tops, Colorado |
| Mouth | Joins the Green River south of Ouray, Utah |
| State | Colorado |
Taylor Draw Dam forms Kenney Reservoir near Rangely, and Johnnie Johnson Dam holds Rio Blanco Lake.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the White River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- Colorado: Colorado Parks and Wildlife ↗
Facts from White River (Wikipedia) ↗