Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River river run
Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a required permit for all boaters and a limit on the number of boaters allowed on the river at any given time. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping and fires along the riverbank to protect the natural habitat.
It is important to note that this segment of the river should only be attempted by experienced boaters, as there are several challenging rapids and obstacles, including steep drops and tight chutes. Safety equipment, including helmets and life jackets, is required for all boaters. It is also recommended to go with a guide or experienced group, as the river can be unpredictable and dangerous without proper knowledge and preparation.
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 Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At Hwy 50 Above Meyers Ca | 75 cfs | → |
| West Fork Carson River At Woodfords | 106 cfs | → |
| Up Truckee R A South Lake Tahoe Ca | 79 cfs | → |
| Trout C Nr Tahoe Valley Ca | 46 cfs | → |
| E F Carson R Bl Markleeville C Nr Markleevilleca | 380 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
Other river runs
- Headwaters To South Of Upper Truckee Road (Sec Line Between 17/20 Intercepts River And Unnamed Tributary)
- Headwaters In Sec 2, T9n, R18e To Confluence With Mokelumne River
- Headwaters In Sec 7, T11n, R18e To Blair Bridge
- State Highway 50 To 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50
- 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50 To Avalanche Lake
Campgrounds
- Two Sentinels Girl Scout Camp
- Caples Lake
- Kirkwood Lake
- Kirkwood Campground
- Caples Lake Campground
- Showers Lake
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 Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American 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 Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American 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 Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River.