Paria River River Run
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Paria River
The Paria River run offers a scenic 38-mile stretch from White House Campground to Lee's Ferry. The segment mileage varies depending on the put-in point and the water flow rate. The river features several rapids and obstacles, including House Rock Rapid, Three Springs Rapid, and Badger Creek Rapid. House Rock Rapid is rated as a Class III+ rapid and is considered one of the most challenging rapids on the run.
The Paria River is within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, which is managed by the National Park Service. Visitors must obtain a permit to access the river and adhere to specific regulations. All boats must have a properly sized life jacket for each person on board, a whistle or horn, and a throwable flotation device. Additionally, the use of glass containers is prohibited on the river, and all solid human waste must be packed out.
In summary, the Paria River run in Arizona is a popular destination for river enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range is 200 to 800 cfs, and the river is rated as a Class II to III run, with some Class IV rapids during high water levels. The run is approximately 38 miles long and features several rapids and obstacles, including House Rock Rapid. Visitors must obtain a permit and adhere to specific regulations, such as the use of proper safety equipment and packing out all solid human waste.
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 Paria River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Paria River At Lees Ferry | 10 cfs | → |
| Colorado River At Lees Ferry | 5,720 cfs | → |
| Paria River Near Kanab | 9 cfs | → |
| Little Colorado River Abv Mouth Nr Desert View | 2,010 cfs | → |
| Kanab Creek Near Kanab | 4 cfs | → |
| Escalante River Near Escalante | 0 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.
Boat launches
- Stateline Launch Ramp Kane County
- Wahweap - 2
- Wahweap - 1
- Antelope Point Boat Launch Coconino County
- Antelope Point Marina Access Coconino County
Other river runs
- Park Boundary To Confluence With The Colorado River
- Grand Canyon
- Paria River Segment 68-69
- Lower Paria 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 Paria River 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 Paria River
What's the optimal flow for Paria River?
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 Paria River.