2026-02-22T10:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. Higher gusts over high, exposed terrain. * WHERE...Humboldt Interior, Del Norte Interior, and Southwestern Humboldt. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward ridges and exposed coastal headlands. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A prolonged period of strong winds is expected to continue through Sunday morning. Winds are expected to increase to up to 60 mph today, peaking up to 70 mph tonight into Sunday. Locally up to 80 mph possible.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 400-800 cfs. The class rating for Salmon Creek varies depending on the segment, ranging from Class III to Class V. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 3.5 miles.
One of the most notable obstacles on the Salmon Creek run is "Ejector Seat," a Class V rapid that requires expert maneuvering to navigate safely. Other rapids, such as "Punchbowl" and "Reefslide," also provide exciting challenges for experienced paddlers.
There are specific regulations in place for the Salmon Creek run, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit of 25 people per day on the river. Additionally, all paddlers are required to wear a personal flotation device at all times while on the water.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 1300 cfs (10.43 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 80% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11477000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Eel R A Scotia Ca
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13300cfs |
Van Duzen R Nr Bridgeville Ca
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461cfs |
Bull C Nr Weott Ca
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266cfs |
Mad R Nr Arcata Ca
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1840cfs |
Redwood C Nr Blue Lake Ca
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161cfs |
Mattole R Nr Petrolia Ca
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1390cfs |
River Runs
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Salmon Creek
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Salmon Creek Trib
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From The Old Town Site At Falk In Sec. 36, T4N, R1W, H.M. To To The Headwaters In Sec. 14 T3N, R1E, H.M.
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Starts In Sec. 8 T3N, R1E, H.M. To Ends In Sec. 15, T3N, R1E, H.M
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From The Reserve Boundary In Sec. 18, T3N, R1E, H.M. To To The Headwaters In Sec. 22 And 28, T3N, R1E, H.M.
National Wildlife Refuge Humboldt Bay
Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Eel River Wildlife Area
Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park
Elk River Wildlife Area