Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream river run
Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream
The segment mileage of this run is approximately 7 miles, starting at Isabella Lake Dam and ending just downstream of Sand Flat Campground. There are several notable rapids and obstacles along the way, including Class III rapids such as Pinball and Freight Train, and Class IV-V rapids such as Hospital Rock and Legal Beagle.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a requirement for all boaters to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the river. Additionally, camping along the river is not permitted without a permit from the Bureau of Land Management. It is important to note that this section of the river can be dangerous during high water, and boaters should always exercise caution and be prepared for changing conditions.
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 Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca | 121 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 20 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 34 cfs | → |
| Piru C Ab Frenchmans Flat Ca | 16 cfs | → |
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 133 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
- Kern Canyon Road Bodfish
- Sandy Flat Put-In/Take-Out Boating Site
- Miracle Hot Springs Picnic Site
- Delonegha River Access Boating Site
- Daedrich Ranch Road, Wofford Heights
🛶 Other river runs
- Sandy Flat Camp To Democrat Picnic Area
- 7 Miles From Isabella Dam To 20.2 Miles From Isabella Dam
- 20.2 Miles Downstream Of Isabella Dam To Western Nf Boundary
- Southern Boundary Of Wsr To Nf Boundary
- Camp Wishon To Confluence With Middle Fork Tule River
⛺ Campgrounds
More campgrounds →🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →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 Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream 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 Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream
What's the optimal flow for Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream?
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 Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream.