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IRON GATE DAM TO HAPPY CAMP

Whitewater River Run





California Klamath River

Iron Gate Dam To Happy Camp

Class II TO III Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 1,340 CFS

Runnable
59°, Chance Rain

The Iron Gate Dam to Happy Camp River Run on the Klamath River is a Class III+ section that requires intermediate to advanced experience. The run is approximately 20 miles long and contains several class III rapids and one class IV. The best time to float this section is from May to June with a recommended flow of 2000-3500 cfs. The biggest obstacle on this run is the Hell's Corner rapid, which contains a challenging entrance and several turbulent waves. Overall, this section offers a thrilling and scenic experience for experienced paddlers looking for a challenging adventure.

Weather today, A 50 percent chance of rain, mainly between 8am and 5pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 59. Light and variable wind becoming west southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.

Status Runnable
Class Level II to III
Elevation 2,168 ft
Run Length 84.0 Mi
Gradient 13 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 1340 cfs
Gauge Height 2.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage Klamath R Bl Iron Gate Dam Ca
USGS 11516530

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Link River At Klamath Falls
USGS 11507500
1,110 cfs 1.8 ft
Klamath Straits Drain Near Worden
USGS 11509340
1 cfs 6.1 ft
Klamath River Blw John C.Boyle Pwrplnt
USGS 11510700
1,160 cfs 4.2 ft
Applegate River Near Applegate
USGS 14366000
581 cfs 2.4 ft
North Canal At Highway 97
USGS 11509105
3 cfs 7.4 ft
Klamath River At Keno
USGS 11509500
890 cfs 5.0 ft
Bear Creek Blw Ashland Creek At Ashland
USGS 14354200
51 cfs 1.2 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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