2026-04-12T23:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet possible above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Light snowfall accumulations up to 2 to 4 inches as low as 4000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park above 4500 feet. * WHEN...From Friday evening through Sunday evening. Heaviest snow expected late Saturday morning through midday Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain above pass levels through Friday afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft late Friday-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-4500 ft late Saturday into Sunday.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 1000 and 3000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The segment has a class rating of III-IV, which means it is best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The total distance of this segment is around 10 miles.
The river is known for its challenging rapids, including the Class IV Troublemaker, which requires paddlers to navigate a narrow chute with large boulders. Another notable rapid is the Class III Thornberry, which features a tight bend with a technical drop. Paddlers should also be aware of the steep drops at the Class III+ Deer Creek Falls.
There are specific regulations to the area that paddlers should adhere to, including the requirement for a permit to access the river. The maximum group size allowed is 15 people, and all paddlers must wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times. Additionally, motorized boats are not allowed on this segment of the river.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-04-07 |
| River Levels | 2260 cfs (5.44 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 166% |
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| Class Level | iv-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 10296000 |
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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campsite (2 tents)
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Leavitt Lake Camping
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Campsite along Latopie Lake
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Dorothy Lake
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Sheep Camp
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Leavitt Meadows
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Hoover Wilderness Boundary To Leavitt Meadows Campground
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Source (Tower Lake) Includes Kirkwood Creek, Cascade Creek And Tower Creek To Hoover Wilderness Boundary
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