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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.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1390 cfs (1.86 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 200% |
| Optimal Range | 800-4000 cfs |
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | III to IV |
| Elevation | 717 ft |
| Run Length | 8.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 26 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 5330 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.9 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11427000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
| Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
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DRY C A VERNON ST BRIDGE A ROSEVILLE CA
2012-04-01T23:45:00.000-07:00 |
159cfs | 10.30ft | 124ft |
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TUOLUMNE R A WARDS FERRY BR NR GROVELAND CA
2016-12-20T08:30:00.000-08:00 |
21000cfs | ft | 849ft |
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N MOKELUMNE NR WALNUT GROVE CA
2017-01-11T13:15:00.000-08:00 |
16600cfs | 25.63ft | 12ft |
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GEORGIANA SLOUGH NR SACRAMENTO R
2024-12-30T01:30:00.000-08:00 |
8550cfs | 7.37ft | 21ft |
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S MOKELUMNE R A NEW HOPE BR NR WALNUT GROVE CA
2017-10-18T23:00:00.000-08:00 |
1100cfs | ft | 19ft |
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LITTLE POTATO SLOUGH A TERMINOUS CA
2024-12-30T00:15:00.000-08:00 |
9670cfs | 15.66ft | 5ft |
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SACRAMENTO R BL GEORGIANA SLOUGH CA
2024-12-30T01:30:00.000-08:00 |
19500cfs | 7.35ft | 15ft |
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