2026-02-19T22:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow with additional snow accumulations up to 1 foot between 1000 and 3000 feet, 2 to 3 feet above 3000 feet, and up to 4 feet at peaks. Light snowfall accumulations up to 2 inches below 1000 feet in Shasta and Tehama Counties. Winds gusting as high 45 to 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Northern California, now including elevations below 1000 ft in Shasta and Tehama Counties * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous to near impossible travel conditions with chain controls and road closures. Additional power outages from downed trees and power lines. Low visibility due to a combination of gusty wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain around 1500 to 2500 feet through Thursday in the Sierra Foothills with potential to see snow levels as low as 1000 feet. Snow levels potentially down to 300 feet along the southern Cascades, Shasta County, and Tehama County in the morning hours.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 500 and 2,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) for optimal rapids and navigability. The class rating for this section is Class III-IV, meaning it has moderate to difficult rapids that require experienced paddlers and equipment.
The segment covers roughly 16 miles of the river and features several notable rapids and obstacles, including the Class IV Clavey Falls and the Class III+ Rock Garden. The river also passes through scenic canyons and forests, providing a beautiful backdrop for paddlers.
Specific regulations for the area include a permit system for overnight camping and a limit on group sizes. Additionally, visitors are required to pack out all their trash and minimize their impact on the natural environment.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-02-07 |
| River Levels | 2260 cfs (5.44 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 139% |
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| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 10296000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sand Flat Campground
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Sand Flat
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Sand Flat Campground (4wd only)
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Clark Fork Campground
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Clark Fork
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Eureka Valley Campground
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River Runs
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Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus
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Headwaters To Wilderness Boundary
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Headwaters To Confluence With East Carsonriver
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Headwater Deadman Creek To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus River
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Relief Reservoir Outlet To Confluence With Clark Fork
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Confluence With Clark Fork To Donnell Reservoir