2026-04-26T08:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 17 expected in the Salmon area, but as low as 13 degrees towards Leadore and Gilmore. There is a 80 percent chance for a hard freeze. * WHERE...Eastern Lemhi County. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM MDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation. Possible damage to unprotected outdoor plumbing and irrigation systems with the hard freeze(temperatures in the lower 20s or colder). * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional frosts or freezes are possible through Wednesday.
Summary
The best time to float this section is in May and June, when the water flows at 3,000 to 10,000 cfs. Obstacles include Deadwood Creek Rapid, one of the largest rapids on the river, and several other rapids with significant drops and technical maneuvers required. It is recommended to have a guide or extensive experience before attempting to navigate this section of the Salmon River.
Regional Streamflow Levels
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1070 cfs (2.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 110% |
| Optimal Range | 800-6000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 3,922 ft |
| Run Length | 38.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 2550 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13302500 |
Colston to the Town of Salmon
Cow Creek
Pahsimeroi to Royal Gorge
Salmon River
Bear Valley Lake To Trailhead
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