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The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek river run

Arizona, USA Phantom Creek 7.0 mi long Class III-IV
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 The Base Of The Redwall To  Confluence With Bright Angel Creek -- Arizona paddle run
The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek Arizona · Phantom Creek
About this run

The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek

The Whitewater River Run from the Base of the Redwall to the Confluence with Bright Angel Creek in Arizona is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 2,000 and 10,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for this stretch of the river is between III and IV, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers.

The segment mileage for the Whitewater River Run is approximately 12 miles. The river rapids and obstacles include Horn Creek Rapid, Granite Narrows, and Hance Rapid. These rapids range in difficulty from Class III to Class IV, with Hance Rapid being the most challenging.

There are specific regulations for this area, including a mandatory permit system. All visitors must obtain a permit from the National Park Service to access this section of the river. Additionally, the use of motorized watercraft is prohibited, and all visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.

Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a thrilling and scenic adventure for experienced paddlers. It is important to check the current streamflow conditions and obtain the necessary permits before embarking on this journey.
StateArizona
RiverPhantom Creek
Run length7.0 mi
ClassIII-IV
Elevation2,768 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal98%
StreamgageUSGS 09402300
Latitude36.1808°
Longitude-112.1354°
Detailed forecast

Plan your run down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.

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Regional flow

Regional streamflow levels

USGS streamgauges around The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.

Whitewater safety

Check the flow before you run
Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
Know your skill ceiling
Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
Wear the right gear
Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
Scout, set safety, and run with a team
Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
Respect the river
Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.

FAQ

About The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek

What's the optimal flow for The Base Of The Redwall To Confluence With Bright Angel Creek?

The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.

How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?

The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.

What's the whitewater class?

See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.

Where do I put in / take out?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.

Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.

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