2025-12-26T10:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 4500 ft in central and western Siskiyou County with additional snow accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. Above 5500 feet, 1 to 3 feet of snow expected. Winds gusting to 45 mph over high and exposed terrain. Snow levels will fall to around 4000 feet for Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. * WHERE...Above 4500 feet in western and eastern Siskiyou County. Including the locations of...Bray, Tennant. This also includes the following passes or notable locations... Etna Summit on Sawyers Bar Rd at 5950 ft. Grass Lake at Mt. Hebron at 5291 ft. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause tree damage. Areas of power outages are expected through the event. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 300-1000 cfs. The class rating for this section is Class III-IV, which means it is suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The segment mileage of this section is 5.5 miles, which can be completed in a few hours.
The North Fork Dillon Creek run has several rapids and obstacles. One of the most challenging rapids is the "Boxcar," which is a long, technical rapid that requires precise maneuvering. The "Three-tiered Falls" is another challenging obstacle, consisting of three successive drops that require careful navigation.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit system for commercial outfitters and a restriction on the number of paddlers allowed per day. Additionally, all paddlers must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and helmets.
Overall, the North Fork Dillon Creek Headwaters to Confluence with Dillon Creek run offers a thrilling whitewater experience for intermediate to advanced paddlers. It is important to check the streamflow before embarking on this run and to adhere to all regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-23 |
| River Levels | 2020 cfs (3.96 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 286% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11522500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca
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6600cfs |
Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca
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720cfs |
Klamath R A Orleans
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17600cfs |
Klamath R Nr Klamath Ca
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41700cfs |
Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca
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6070cfs |
Smith R Nr Crescent City Ca
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8750cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dillon Creek Campground
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Dillon
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Elk Hole Camp
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Beans Camp
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Summit Valley Camp
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Eightmile Camp
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U. Dillon Creek River Access
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North Fork Dillon Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Dillon Creek
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Unnamed Trib In Sec 32 To Confluence With Klamath River
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From Toe Of Dam On West End Of Ukonom Lake To Confluence With Klamath River
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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