Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear Creek river run
Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear Creek
The Elk Creek Headwaters in Marble Mtn. Wilderness to Confluence with Bear Creek is a popular river run in California. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 200 and 500 cfs, which is typically seen in the spring and early summer months.
The class rating for this run varies between Class III and Class IV, with some challenging rapids and obstacles along the way. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 13 miles, with the entire trip taking around 1-2 days to complete.
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles include Crouch Falls, which features a steep 10-foot drop, and Hell Hole, a fast and technical rapid that requires precise maneuvering. There are also several other challenging rapids, including Elk Creek Falls and Upper Elk Creek Gorge.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including restrictions on camping and fires. Permits are required for overnight stays in the Marble Mtn. Wilderness area. Additionally, boaters are required to carry a personal floatation device and other safety equipment, as well as practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
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 Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca | 119 cfs | → |
| Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca | 1,780 cfs | → |
| Scott R Nr Fort Jones Ca | 141 cfs | → |
| Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca | 643 cfs | → |
| Klamath R A Orleans | 3,690 cfs | → |
| Applegate River Near Copper | 150 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
- Q. Ferry Point River Access
- R. Independence Rest Area /River Access
- P. Wingate Bar River Access
- M. Gordons Ferry River Access
- S. Coon Creek River Access
- Bridge Flat River Access
Other river runs
- Granite Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
- Burney Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Granite Creek
- Confluence With Bear Creek To Bridge In Sec 19, T15n, R8e
- Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
- Rainey Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
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 Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear 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 Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear Creek
What's the optimal flow for Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear 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
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear Creek.