2025-12-20T00:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. There may also be areas of blowing dust, especially for Washoe County. * WHERE...In California, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties and Surprise Valley California. In Nevada, Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...From 7 AM Friday to midnight PST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 500 and 1,000 cfs. The class rating for this run is Class III to IV, with some sections reaching Class V during high water flows.
The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 8 miles, starting at Gold Lake Highway and ending at the National Forest boundary. There are several specific river rapids and obstacles along the way, including "Whitewater Falls," "Drunken Sailor," and "Rattlesnake Rapid."
There are specific regulations to keep in mind when visiting this area. All boaters are required to obtain a permit from the Forest Service and follow all rules and regulations set forth by the agency. Additionally, boaters must wear personal floatation devices at all times and are responsible for their own safety.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-16 |
| River Levels | 2740 cfs (7.21 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 20% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11413000 |
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rivers RV Park
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Lakes Basin Group Campground
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Lakes Basin Campground
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Lakes Basin .
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Plumas - Eureka State Park
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Gold Lake 4x4
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Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary
Falls To Gold Lake Highway
Gold Lake Dam To Falls
Little Jamison Creek Headwaters To State Park
Headwaters To State Park
State Park To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr