HEADWATERS OF EAST FORK CANYON CREEK (SEC 13, T21N, R10E) TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH FORK CANYON CREEK
2025-01-03T22:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches, with up to 15 inches at the highest peaks. Southwest winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park above 5500 feet, including Highway 50 and Interstate 80. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 10 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery and snow-covered road conditions. Mountain travel delays and chain controls will be possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels around 5500 to 6500 feet Friday morning, lowering to around 4500 to 5500 feet in the afternoon. Snow rates of around 1 to 2 inches per hour. Heaviest snow rates for Interstate 80 and Highway 50 corridors will be in the afternoon and early evening hours.
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The whitewater river run from Headwaters of East Fork Canyon Creek (Sec 13, T21N, R10E) to Confluence with South Fork Canyon Creek in California is a popular destination for experienced paddlers. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 500-1500 cfs, and the class rating is a challenging Class IV-V. The total segment mileage is approximately 8.5 miles, with rapids and obstacles that include "Steep Chutes," "Box Canyon," "S-Turn Rapid," and "Triple Threat."
It is important to note that this river run is not recommended for beginners, and all paddlers should have experience with Class III-IV rapids. Additionally, there are specific regulations to the area, including a requirement for all boaters to have a valid California Boater Card, a personal flotation device (PFD), and a helmet. Overnight camping is not allowed in the river corridor, and fires are prohibited.
Sources for this information include American Whitewater and the Bureau of Land Management. It is important to check current conditions and flow levels before attempting this run, and as with all outdoor activities, to practice safety and respect for the environment.
| Last Updated | 2025-01-01 |
| River Levels | 2740 cfs (7.21 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 162% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11413000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
| Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
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PILOT C BL MUTTON CANYON NR GEORGETOWN CA
2008-10-19T23:45:00.000-07:00 |
2cfs | 3.04ft | 3848ft |
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LITTLE TRUCKEE R BL DIV DAM NR SIERRAVILLE CA
2016-09-07T03:00:00.000-07:00 |
3cfs | 0.99ft | 6465ft |
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BEAR R NR WHEATLAND CA
2025-01-02T01:45:00.000-08:00 |
19cfs | 0.05ft | 100ft |
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NF AMERICAN R A NORTH FORK DAM CA
2025-01-02T01:15:00.000-08:00 |
955cfs | 1.5ft | 717ft |
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SPANISH C A QUINCY CA
2025-01-02T00:30:00.000-08:00 |
288cfs | 6.69ft | 3406ft |
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DEER C NR SMARTVILLE CA
2025-01-02T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
81cfs | 2.57ft | 649ft |
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SPANISH C AB BLACKHAWK C AT KEDDIE CA
2025-01-02T01:30:00.000-08:00 |
446cfs | 3.24ft | 3141ft |
