Paddle Report

Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier river run

Arizona, USA Fish Creek Class III-IV
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Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier -- Arizona paddle run
Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier Arizona · Fish Creek
About this run

Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier

The Whitewater River Run is a popular destination for whitewater rafting and kayaking enthusiasts in Arizona. The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of the river is between 800 to 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the best time for rafting being from March to May. The class rating for this section of the river is Class III-IV, which means it is recommended for experienced rafters and kayakers who have previous whitewater experience.

The segment mileage of this section of the Whitewater River Run is approximately 14 miles, starting from Forest Road 24 and ending 0.1 miles above the Fish Barrier. There are several specific river rapids and obstacles to watch out for in this stretch of the river, including the Eye of the Needle, the Glory Hole, and the Wall Rapid. These rapids can be challenging and require skilled paddling techniques to navigate safely.

There are specific regulations to the area that visitors must follow, including obtaining a permit from the White Mountain Apache Tribe and adhering to their rules and regulations. Additionally, visitors are required to pack out all trash and leave the area as they found it to preserve the natural beauty of the river and its surroundings.

StateArizona
RiverFish Creek
ClassIII-IV
Elevation5,759 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal39%
StreamgageUSGS 09489500
Latitude33.6344°
Longitude-109.3412°
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 Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier -- 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 Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier 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 Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier

What's the optimal flow for Forest Road 24 To 0.1 Miles Above Fish Barrier?

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.