2025-12-26T22:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of central California, including the following areas, Mountains of San Benito County And Interior Monterey County including Pinnacles National Park, Northern Salinas Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley, Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest, Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Soils are saturated from the last few days of rain. Showers with high rain rates may lead to flash flooding and the potential for landslides. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 200 and 600 cubic feet per second (cfs). The route covers a distance of approximately six miles, with Class III to Class IV rapids.
Some of the notable rapids on this run include the Entrance Rapid, Pyrite Rapid, and the challenging Grizzly Rapid. Paddlers must navigate through steep drops and technical sections, including tight corners and boulder gardens. Additionally, rocks, tree branches, and other obstacles add to the challenge.
Regulations to the area include a permit requirement, which must be obtained prior to launching. Additionally, paddlers must adhere to Leave No Trace principles, such as packing out all trash and waste. The river is home to various wildlife species, including the California condor and steelhead trout, and paddlers are encouraged to respect their habitat.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 24 cfs (4.71 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 200-600 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11143010 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sur R Nr Big Sur Ca
|
335cfs |
Carmel R A Robles Del Rio Ca
|
1010cfs |
Carmel R Nr Carmel Ca
|
699cfs |
Salinas R Nr Chualar Ca
|
168cfs |
Salinas R Nr Spreckels Ca
|
0cfs |
Reclamation Ditch Nr Salinas Ca
|
85cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Pico Blanco Boy Scout Camp
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Jackson Camp
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Pioneer Camp
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Little Sur Camp
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Launtz Creek Camp
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Fox Camp
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Headwaters North Fork Little Sur To Boy Scout Camp
Boy Scout Camp To Confluence With Mainstem Little Sur
Headwaters South Fork Little Sur To Confluence With Mainstem Little Sur
Andrew Molera State Park
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Garland Ranch Regional Park
Garrapata State Park