Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary river run
Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary
The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 8 miles, starting at Gold Lake Highway and ending at the National Forest boundary. There are several specific river rapids and obstacles along the way, including "Whitewater Falls," "Drunken Sailor," and "Rattlesnake Rapid."
There are specific regulations to keep in mind when visiting this area. All boaters are required to obtain a permit from the Forest Service and follow all rules and regulations set forth by the agency. Additionally, boaters must wear personal floatation devices at all times and are responsible for their own safety.
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 Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish C A Quincy Ca | 58 cfs | → |
| N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca | 631 cfs | → |
| Little Truckee R Bl Div Dam Nr Sierraville Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Spanish C Ab Blackhawk C At Keddie Ca | 118 cfs | → |
| Independence C Nr Truckee Ca | 10 cfs | → |
| Sagehen C Nr Truckee Ca | 13 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.
Boat launches
- Salmon Lake -Boat Ramp Boating Site
- Salmon Lake Road 1500, Sierra City
- Sardine Lake Road 990, Sierra City
- Henness Pass Road, Sierraville
- Smokey Lane 44-50, Alleghany
- Woodcamp Access Road Nevada County
Other river runs
- Falls To Gold Lake Highway
- Gold Lake Dam To Falls
- Little Jamison Creek Headwaters To State Park
- Headwaters To State Park
- State Park To Confluence With Middle Fork Feather Wsr
Campgrounds
- Rivers Rv Park
- Lakes Basin Group Campground
- Lakes Basin Campground
- Lakes Basin .
- Plumas - Eureka State Park
- Gold Lake 4x4
Fishing spots
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 Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary 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 Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary
What's the optimal flow for Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary?
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 Gold Lake Highway To Nf Boundary.