High Wind Watch
2025-12-17T17:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts over 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region, Orofino/Grangeville Region, Southern Clearwater Mountains, and Northern Clearwater Mountains. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds could gust over 70 mph in the Camas Prairie, including Grangeville. Bursts of heavy snow and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys and over mountain passes.

Fish Creek To Split Creek Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Idaho

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Fish Creek to Split Creek river run on the Lochsa River in Idaho can be a challenging Class III-IV+ whitewater experience.

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Summary

The run has several notable rapids, including Tumbleweed, Ten Pin, Grim Reaper, and Hammer Creek. The best time to float this section of water is typically in the spring or early summer when the water levels are higher. Recommended cfs levels for this run are between 5,000-10,000 cfs. It is important to note that this run is not recommended for beginners, and paddlers should have previous Class III whitewater experience before attempting it.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	2490 cfs (3.74 ft)
Percent of Normal	55%
Optimal Range	500-20000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	III to IV
Elevation	1,456 ft
Run Length	11.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	5580 cfs
Gauge Height	5.3 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 13337000

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id 5580.0cfs	5580cfs
Selway River Nr Lowell Id 5630.0cfs	5630cfs
Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery 18.4cfs	18cfs
Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id 678.0cfs	678cfs
Sf Clearwater River Nr Elk City Id 41.6cfs	42cfs
Nf Clearwater River Nr Canyon Ranger Station Id 2660.0cfs	2660cfs