Best paddling near Cody
8 paddle runs · 8 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best paddling near Cody, Wyoming — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 8 of 8 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Clarks Fork Of The Yellowstone
Prime
27.6 mi away
· 3,250 cfs · in range (400-5,000)· Rising +9% / 24h
The Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Montana. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 500-2000 cfs, with the…
Why 87: live conditions (prime)
87Elite
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#2
Pat O'Hara Creek
Prime
28.6 mi away
· 3,250 cfs · in range (400-5,000)· Rising +9% / 24h
The Pat O'Hara Creek is a popular whitewater river run located in Montana. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 300-800 cfs, with the best time to go being in late…
Why 87: live conditions (prime)
87Elite
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#3
Chief Joseph Cg, Sec. 28, T9S, R15E To Montana State Line, Sec. 34, T9S, R15E
Prime
37.5 mi away
· 3,250 cfs · in range (400-5,000)· Rising +9% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run from Chief Joseph CG, Sec. 28, T9S, R15E to the Montana State Line, Sec. 34, T9S, R15E in Montana is a popular destination for experienced kayakers and…
Why 87: live conditions (prime)
87Elite
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#4
Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Ends 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt
Good
49.5 mi away
· 1,890 cfs · in range (750-2,000)· Cold day · 41°F
Varley and Schullery (1983) call the Yellowstone the last great undammed river in the lower 48.
Why 67: live conditions (good)
67Top-rated
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#5
Lower Falls To Ends 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Enternace Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt
Marginal
47.1 mi away
· 3,350 cfs · above max (2,500)· Cold day · 39°F
Varley and Schullery (1983) call the Yellowstone the last great undammed river in the lower 48. The river passes through the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.The river guided early…
Why 49: live conditions (marginal)
49Rated
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#6
Southeastern Boundary Of The Park To Yellowstone Lake Inlet
Poor
36.0 mi away
· 3,350 cfs · above max (2,500)· Cold day · 39°F
The Whitewater River Run in Wyoming is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters seeking a thrilling adventure. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 500…
Why 32: live conditions (poor)
32Rated
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#7
Outlet Of Yellowstone Lake At Fishing Bridge To Lower Falls
Poor
39.3 mi away
· 3,350 cfs · above max (2,500)· Cold day · 39°F
The Whitewater River Run in Wyoming runs from the Outlet of Yellowstone Lake at Fishing Bridge to Lower Falls. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 2,000 to 5,000…
Why 32: live conditions (poor)
32Rated
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#8
Begins 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Northern Park Boundary
Poor
49.6 mi away
· 6,410 cfs · above max (2,000)
Varley and Schullery (1983) call the Yellowstone the last great undammed river in the lower 48. The river passes through the Black Canyon of the Yellowstone.
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
Paddling near Cody
The Cody area has 8 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best paddling near Cody
How are these paddle runs ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.