Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek river run
Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
There are several notable rapids and obstacles along this stretch of the river, including "Rock Garden," "Pinball," and "Meat Grinder." These rapids require technical maneuvering and are best suited for experienced whitewater kayakers and rafters.
It is important to note that this section of the Whitewater River is located on private property, and access to the river is limited. A permit is required to access the river, and visitors are asked to respect the land by packing out all trash and leaving the area as they found it.
In summary, the Whitewater River Run from Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters to Confluence with Elk Creek in California is a challenging and exciting whitewater experience. With a class rating of III-IV, ideal streamflow range between 200 and 500 cfs, and several technical rapids and obstacles, this stretch of the river is best suited for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. Additionally, visitors must obtain a permit and respect the private property on which the river is located.
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 Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Scott R Nr Fort Jones Ca | 164 cfs | → |
| Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca | 127 cfs | → |
| Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca | 1,850 cfs | → |
| Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca | 681 cfs | → |
| Klamath R A Orleans | 3,950 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
- Canyon Creek River Access
- Bridge Flat River Access
- Thompkins Creek River Access
- Q. Ferry Point River Access
- Gold Flat River Access
- Jones Beach Picnic And River Access
Other river runs
- Rainey Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
- Granite Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
- Burney Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Granite Creek
- Elk Creek Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Bear Creek
- Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Wilderness Boundary
Campgrounds
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 Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk 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 Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek
What's the optimal flow for Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk 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 Tom's Valley Creek Headwaters To Confluence With Elk Creek.