Chili Bar
Class III TO IV Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 1,340 CFS
Runnable56°, Chance Showers
The Chili Bar River Run in California is a thrilling experience for any experienced rafter. With Class III and IV rapids, this section of the South Fork American River is not for beginners. Obstacles like Meatgrinder and Troublemaker make for an exciting ride, while less experienced rafters can still enjoy the scenery from the calmer stretches of water. The best time to float this section is in the spring or early summer, when the snowmelt provides the necessary flow. The recommended flow rate is between 800-2,500 cfs.
Weather today, A chance of showers before 9am, then a slight chance of showers after 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 56. South southeast wind 6 to 9 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III to IV |
Elevation | 717 ft |
Run Length | 8.0 Mi |
Gradient | 26 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 1340 cfs |
Gauge Height | 1.8 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Nf American R A North Fork Dam Ca
USGS 11427000 |