2025-12-24T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Oregon, John Day Basin, and Ochoco-John Day Highlands. * WHEN...From 4 AM early this morning to 4 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Summary
The river run is rated as Class II to III, with several obstacles such as rapids, waves, and rocks. The best time to float this section of water is between May and September, with a recommended flow of 500 to 2,500 cubic feet per second (cfs). The river run takes about 2 to 3 hours to complete, depending on water flow and stopping points. Overall, the Bend to Tumalo State Park Riverhouse Run is a fun and exciting adventure for experienced and novice floaters alike.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 771 cfs (2.84 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 91% |
| Optimal Range | 500-1500 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | IV to IV+ |
| Elevation | 1,951 ft |
| Run Length | 5.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 57 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1210 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.9 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14076500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Crooked River Blw Osborne Canyon
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203cfs |
Crooked River Below Opal Springs
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1240cfs |
Deschutes River Near Culver
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1230cfs |
Metolius River Near Grandview
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1680cfs |
Mckenzie River Bl Payne Cr
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781cfs |
Mckenzie R Blw Trail Br Dam Nr Belknap Springs
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1830cfs |
Southwest Shevlin Hixon Drive 172, Bend
Bend to Tumalo State Park (Riverhouse Run)
Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park
Dillon Falls to Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy)
Benham Falls to Dillon Falls
Simondson River Easement
Magill River Easement
Awbrey Village Park
Deschutes River Trail
Summit Park