Surfin' the Stampede

The Stampede section on the Upper Dolores has many surf waves in a scenic couple miles. A little local gem in south west CO. The waves have been fun this year with the high flows.

Some have great eddy service.

The warm up hole.

The levels and the features change through out the day.

Paddling through Aspens, Red Rock, and green pastural farms. Easy bike shuttle. Or just paddle the first set of waves, and walk back.

Cruising to the take out.

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