Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence river run
Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence
The segment of the river has been rated as Class IV, with some Class V rapids, making it suitable for experienced paddlers only. The run covers a total distance of approximately 11 miles, with several notable rapids and obstacles, including The Meatgrinder, Powerhouse, and Suckhole.
In terms of regulations, all users of the river must obtain a permit from the Bureau of Land Management. In addition, visitors must adhere to all local laws and regulations, including those related to littering, camping, and noise levels.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At Hwy 50 Above Meyers Ca | 89 cfs | → |
| West Fork Carson River At Woodfords | 134 cfs | → |
| E F Carson R Bl Markleeville C Nr Markleevilleca | 497 cfs | → |
| Up Truckee R A South Lake Tahoe Ca | 94 cfs | → |
| Trout C Nr Tahoe Valley Ca | 49 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
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- Boundary Of Mokelumne Archeological Special Interest Area To Confluence With Mokelumne
- Boundary Of Mokelumne Archeological Special Interest Area To Confluence With North Fork Mokelumne
- Headwater In Sec 29, T9n,R16e To Confluence With Cat Creek
- Confluence With Cat Creek To One Mile East Of Pipi Campground
Campgrounds
- Bear Group Campground
- White Azalea Campground
- Pardoes Point Campground
- South Shore
- Bear River South Shore Campground
- Pardoes Point
Fishing spots
- Salt Springs Reservoir
- Lower Bear River Reservoir
- Bear River Reservoir
- Highland Creek
- Silver Lake (Kirkwood)
- Hobart Creek
Parks
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence
What's the optimal flow for Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence.