2025-12-26T10:00:00-08:00
...HIGH IMPACT WINTER STORM FOR SISKIYOU COUNTY... .A high impact winter storm will likely bring two waves of heavy snowfall to Siskiyou County mainly above 4500 feet. The snow level will rise and fall through the event. * WHAT...Heavy expected above 4500 feet in Siskiyou County. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 feet, except up to 5 feet in the higher remote terrain near 6000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph over high and exposed terrain. Snow levels will rise to 7000 feet Tuesday night before falling again Wednesday, then possibly lowering to around 3500 feet Thursday night into early Friday. * WHERE...Elevations above 4500 feet in Siskiyou County. This includes Snowmans Summit on state highway 89, Etna Summit on Sawyers Bar Road and Shasta Ski Park. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for snow accumulation probabilities.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 150-500 cfs. The class rating for this river section ranges from Class III to Class V, depending on the water level and specific rapids.
The segment mileage for the West Fork Clear Creek Headwaters to Confluence With Clear Creek is approximately 15 miles. The river is known for its technical rapids, including boulder gardens, steep drops, and tight channels. Some of the most challenging rapids include S-Turn, The Chute, and Room of Doom.
There are specific regulations that paddlers must follow when navigating this section of the river. According to the California Department of Parks and Recreation, all boaters must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the water. Additionally, boaters are not allowed to use glass containers or other types of litter that may pollute the river.
In summary, the West Fork Clear Creek Headwaters to Confluence With Clear Creek is a challenging and technical whitewater river run in California. With a wide range of rapids and obstacles, paddling this section of the river requires a high level of skill and experience. Paddlers must also adhere to specific regulations to help preserve the natural beauty of the area.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-19 |
| River Levels | 382 cfs (4.8 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 124% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11521500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca
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1720cfs |
Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca
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11900cfs |
Smith R Nr Crescent City Ca
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29500cfs |
Klamath R Nr Klamath Ca
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130000cfs |
Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca
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19600cfs |
Sucker Cr Bl Lt Grayback Cr Nr Holland
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847cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bear Basin Butte Lookout / Pierson Cabin
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Elk Hole Camp
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Eightmile Camp
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Elkhorn Bar Camp
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P. Wingate Bar River Access
River Runs
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West Fork Clear Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Clear Creek
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Headwaters In Siskiyou Wilderness To Confluence With Ten Mile Creek
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Ten Mile Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Clear Creek
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Confluence With Ten Mile Creek To Confluence With Daggett Creek
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Confluence With Daggett Creek To Confluence With Klamath River
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North Fork Dillon Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Dillon Creek