Thank you for visiting the Upper Uncompahgre River Watershed! This is a special place with unique water conditions, rivers and other natural resources. To learn more about water, the Ridgway Reservoir, fish, snow, and much more, you can view, download and print the basics about The Uncompahgre Watershed in Ouray County
The biggest and best watershed event of the year is the FREE Ridgway RiverFest, schedule on June 28, 2025. Learn more.
While the RiverFest has river races and the Junk of the Unc competition for people who like to get on the river, we have two other contests for anyone:
Uncompahgre River Classic, deadline for entry is May 31!
Uncompahgre Rubber Ducky Race on July 24, 2025
See information about other EVENTS including he Love Your Gorge on Oct. 11, 2025
Donations support restoration, conservation, and stewardship of the Uncompahgre River.
Companies that guide trips to the Uncompahgre River:
Local businesses and organizations that provide services related to water recreation are below:
(please let us know if you recommend others as well)
