2026-02-19T22:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow with additional snow accumulations up to 1 foot between 1000 and 3000 feet, 2 to 3 feet above 3000 feet, and up to 4 feet at peaks. Light snowfall accumulations up to 2 inches below 1000 feet in Shasta and Tehama Counties. Winds gusting as high 45 to 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Northern California, now including elevations below 1000 ft in Shasta and Tehama Counties * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous to near impossible travel conditions with chain controls and road closures. Additional power outages from downed trees and power lines. Low visibility due to a combination of gusty wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain around 1500 to 2500 feet through Thursday in the Sierra Foothills with potential to see snow levels as low as 1000 feet. Snow levels potentially down to 300 feet along the southern Cascades, Shasta County, and Tehama County in the morning hours.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 300-600 cfs. The river is rated as Class III to IV, with a segment mileage of approximately 10 miles. The route includes multiple rapids, including the "Toilet Bowl," "Pinball," and "Chili Bar." The "Toilet Bowl" is a challenging obstacle that requires boaters to navigate through a narrow chute filled with powerful currents. "Pinball" is a rapid filled with boulders that require precise maneuvering. "Chili Bar" is a long stretch of continuous rapids that require paddling skills and endurance.
There are specific regulations to the area to ensure the safety of all boaters. Life jackets are mandatory for all boaters, and helmets are required for kayakers. Additionally, boaters must respect private property and refrain from littering. The river run is only recommended for experienced kayakers and rafters due to its challenging rapids.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 3 cfs (4.07 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 300-600 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11431800 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
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Pipi Campground
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Pipi
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Frontier Adventure
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Wilderness Outpost Camp
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Teepee Point
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Capps Crossing Group Campground
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River Runs
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Two Miles West Of Pipi Campground To Confluence With Dogtown Creek
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One Mile East Of Pipi Campground To Two Miles West Of Pipi Campground
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Confluence With Dogtown Creek To West Nf Boundary
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Confluence With Cat Creek To One Mile East Of Pipi Campground
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Confluence With Van Horn Creek To Cosumnes Mine Road
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Cosumnes Mine Road To Confluence With Steely Fork Cosumnes River