2025-12-17T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. Highest wind gusts are likely across the eastern Magic Valley, Snake River Plain, the INL and across the Lava Beds towards Craters of the Moon. * WHERE...Challis/Pahsimeroi Valleys, Lost River Valley, Wood River Foothills, Teton Valley, Eastern Magic Valley, Shoshone/Lava Beds, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Blackfoot Mountains, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains, and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and outbuildings is expected, along with isolated power outages. Loose outdoor objects will be blown around.
Summary
This section features many rocky drops and narrow channels, providing a thrilling rafting experience. The best time to float this section is during the late spring or early summer, when the river is at its highest flow. Recommended CFS levels are typically between 1,500-3,000. Some of the specific obstacles to watch out for include S-Turn Rapid, The Narrows, and Bonecrusher Rapid. This run is not recommended for beginners or inexperienced paddlers.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 144 cfs (5.66 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 58% |
| Optimal Range | 350-800 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | IV+ to V |
| Elevation | 4,666 ft |
| Run Length | 6.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 160 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 73.4 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 5.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13066000 |
Weather Forecast
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Trail Creek Bridge Campground
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Morgans Bridge
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Morgan's Bridge Campground
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Grave's Creek Campground
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Cutthroat Trout Campground
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Graves Creek
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Blackfoot Wolverine Canyon Run