Confluence With Nankoweap Creek To Red Canyon And The Beginning Of Upper Granite Gorge river run
Confluence With Nankoweap Creek To Red Canyon And The Beginning Of Upper Granite Gorge
This section is rated as Class III-IV, with a segment mileage of around 23 miles. The river rapids and obstacles include House Rock Rapid, Kwagunt Rapid, and Vasey's Paradise. The House Rock Rapid is a Class IV rapid located at the start of the run, with a large hole at the bottom of the rapid that can be difficult to navigate. Kwagunt Rapid is also a Class IV rapid located in the middle of the run, with a steep drop and large waves. Vasey's Paradise is a beautiful waterfall that requires careful navigation.
The specific regulations for this area include a permit system, with a limited number of permits available each year. Additionally, all boaters must follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash and waste. The use of portable toilets is required, and campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.
In conclusion, the Whitewater River Run from Confluence with Nankoweap Creek to Red Canyon and the Beginning of Upper Granite Gorge in Arizona is a thrilling adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. With its challenging rapids and beautiful scenery, this section is a must-visit for any whitewater enthusiast. It is important to follow all regulations and guidelines to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
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.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Confluence With Nankoweap Creek To Red Canyon And The Beginning Of Upper Granite Gorge -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Colorado River Abv Mouth Nr Desert View | 208 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Grand Canyon | 7,330 cfs | → |
| Little Colorado River Near Cameron | · | → |
| Moenkopi Wash At Moenkopi | 1 cfs | → |
| Colorado River At Lees Ferry | 6,290 cfs | → |
| Paria River At Lees Ferry | 4 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- Begins Just Over 1 Mile Beyond Where The Nankoweap Trails Leaves The Creek And Heads Off To The North. To Confluence With The Colorado River
- Eastern Edge Of Kwagunt Valley (Past The Butte Fault) To Confluence With The Colorado River
- Headwaters To Confluence With The Colorado River
- Greenland Spring (Elev. 8000') To Confluence With The Colorado River
- The Border Of Np Land And Navajo & Hopi Tribal Lands. To Confluence With The Colorado River
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 Confluence With Nankoweap Creek To Red Canyon And The Beginning Of Upper Granite Gorge 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.
About Confluence With Nankoweap Creek To Red Canyon And The Beginning Of Upper Granite Gorge
What's the optimal flow for Confluence With Nankoweap Creek To Red Canyon And The Beginning Of Upper Granite Gorge?
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.
Other runs near here
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