Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment river run
Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment
The Salt River is classified as a class III-IV river, which means it has moderate to difficult rapids that require advanced paddling skills. The segment from the Indian Reservation to Granite Reef Dam Impoundment covers a distance of approximately 52 miles. Along the way, rafters will encounter several notable rapids and obstacles, including Black Rock, Lower and Upper Sycamore, Corkscrew, and Hells Half Mile.
The Salt River is subject to specific regulations to ensure the safety and preservation of this natural resource. These regulations include obtaining permits from the Tonto National Forest, adhering to Leave No Trace principles, and carrying out all trash and litter. The Salt River is also closed from June 1 to September 30 every year to allow for the breeding and habitat restoration of native fish species.
Overall, the Salt River offers a challenging and exciting whitewater rafting experience, but it is essential to follow all regulations and guidelines to ensure the safety and preservation of this beautiful natural resource.
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 Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Verde River Near Scottsdale | 98 cfs | → |
| Salt River Blw Stewart Mountain Dam | 844 cfs | → |
| Sycamore Creek Near Fort Mcdowell | · | → |
| Indian Bend Wash At Curry Road | · | → |
| Verde River Blw Bartlett Dam | 144 cfs | → |
| Salt River At Priest Drive Near Phoenix | · | → |
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.
Boat launches
- Rafter Take-Out Parking
- East Saguaro Del Norte Road 469, Maricopa County
- East Saguaro Del Norte Road Maricopa County
- Apache Trail Maricopa County
- Laguna Boat Ramp
- Box Bar Shoreline Area And River Access Point
Other river runs
- Lower Salt
- Boundary Of The Primary Jurisdiction Below Stewart Mountain Dam To Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary
- Lower Verde
- Telegraph Creek - Forest Road #4 To Confluence With Arnett Creek
- Arnett Creek - Forest Road #4 To Middle Of Sec 7,T2s, R12e
Campgrounds
- Coon Bluff Campground
- Coon Bluff
- Phon D Sutton
- Larry Forbis Group Site
- Bulldog Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area
- Usery Park Campground
Fishing spots
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 Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment 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 Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment
What's the optimal flow for Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment?
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
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment.