Headwaters In Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek river run
Headwaters In Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this run, including the Gravel Pit Rapid, which is a challenging class IV rapid, and the Washing Machine, which is a class III+ rapid that requires quick maneuvering. The run also features numerous boulder gardens and technical sections that require careful navigation.
Visitors to the area should be aware of specific regulations, including a limit on the number of daily visitors and a requirement for a permit to access the river. Additionally, all visitors are required to follow Leave No Trace principles and adhere to fire restrictions in the area.
Overall, the Whitewater River run offers a challenging and rewarding experience for experienced kayakers and rafters. However, visitors should be aware of the specific regulations and take precautions to ensure a safe and responsible trip.
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 Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca | 112 cfs | → |
| Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca | 1,780 cfs | → |
| Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca | 655 cfs | → |
| Smith R Nr Crescent City Ca | 664 cfs | → |
| Klamath R Nr Klamath Ca | 6,070 cfs | → |
| Scott R Nr Fort Jones Ca | 167 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
- P. Wingate Bar River Access
- R. Independence Rest Area /River Access
- Q. Ferry Point River Access
- O. Chambers Flat River Access
- S. Coon Creek River Access
- N. Indian Creek River Access
Other river runs
- Ten Mile Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Clear Creek
- Confluence With Ten Mile Creek To Confluence With Daggett Creek
- West Fork Clear Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Clear Creek
- Confluence With Daggett Creek To Confluence With Klamath River
- Bridge In Sec 25 To Confluence With Klamath 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 Headwaters In Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek 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 Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters In Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek?
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
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