GRANITE CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH ELK CREEK
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-23T00:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt is expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Oregon, including Coos, Curry, Jackson, and Josephine counties and western Siskiyou County in northern California. * WHEN...Until midnight PST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1227 PM PST, satellite estimates and rain gauge data indicate heavy rain in the warned area. Between 1 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 7 inches are possible in the warned area. Some areas will receive snowfall and then switch to rainfall. Rain can melt the snow and cause a higher runoff response than rainfall alone. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-19 |
| River Levels | 859 cfs (7.1 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 127% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 11519500 |
The Granite Creek Headwaters to Confluence with Elk Creek run in California is a popular whitewater river run for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800 and 1500 cfs, which provides a challenging but manageable experience for experienced paddlers. The run is rated as class IV, meaning that it is for advanced paddlers with good river skills.
This river run is approximately 10 miles long, and it includes several challenging rapids and obstacles, including the "Entrance Rapid," "Three Falls," and "Hole in the Wall." Paddlers should be prepared to face technical drops and steep chutes. The run also includes several pools that offer a chance to rest and catch your breath before tackling the next rapid.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit system that limits the number of paddlers on the river. Paddlers must also abide by Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash and waste. Additionally, paddlers should be aware of private property along the river and respect the rights of landowners.
