BEAR GULCH TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 4 feet possible from Friday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels around 6000-7000 feet this morning, rising through the day and into Friday. Snow levels Friday afternoon around 6000-7000 feet, lowering to around 4500-5500 feet over the weekend. A brief break in snowfall will be possible from late Saturday afternoon into the overnight period with lighter snowfall amounts.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 299 cfs (1.43 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 221% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 11390000 |
The Bear Gulch to Confluence with Middle Fork Feather WSR whitewater river run in California offers a range of class III and IV rapids over its 5.7-mile length. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 700 and 1,500 cfs, with higher flows providing more challenging rapids and lower flows resulting in technical maneuvers around rocks. The rapids on this run include "Gobbler's Knob," "Jaws," and "Staircase," which offer technical challenges and exhilarating drops.
One of the major obstacles on this run is the "Mamma Rapid," a Class IV drop with a steep gradient and multiple holes to navigate. The "S-Turn Rapid" also presents a challenging obstacle and requires precise maneuvering to avoid rocks and stay on course. The segment mileage for this run is 5.7 miles and typically takes 2-3 hours to complete.
There are specific regulations for this area, including a maximum group size of 15 people and a permit requirement for commercial outfitters. Personal flotation devices (PFDs) are mandatory for all participants, and the use of alcohol or drugs is prohibited. Visitors should also be aware of the sensitive ecological environment surrounding the river and take appropriate measures to minimize their impact on the area.
