Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13 river run
Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13
One of the major obstacles on this stretch of the river is the Big Shoals Rapids, which is a series of drops and ledges that require skilled maneuvering to navigate. Other obstacles include fallen trees and shallow areas.
There are specific regulations to the area, including a requirement to wear a personal flotation device at all times while on the river. Additionally, camping is only allowed in designated areas, and all trash must be carried out. Fishing is also allowed with a valid Florida freshwater fishing license.
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 Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13 -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| New River Nr Sumatra Fla | 237 cfs | → |
| Ochlockonee River Nr Smith Creek | 831 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River Nr Sumatra | 15,900 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola R.Ab Chipola Conr Wewahitchka | 16,400 cfs | → |
| Telogia Creek Nr Bristol | 85 cfs | → |
| Apalachicola River Nr Blountstown | 16,900 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
- 188 Liberty County
- National Forest Road 115 Liberty County
- Northwest Joe Red Shuler Road 7040, Bristol
- Gully Branch Road Franklin County
- Fort Gadsden Road Franklin County
- Riverview Drive 216, Wewahitchka
Other river runs
- Segment C--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness Boundary To Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Boundary
- 2 Miles Below Dam On Lake Talquin To Ochlockonee Bay
- Segment D--Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness (Southern) Wilderness Boundary To Northern Boundary Of Town Of Carrabelle (Rm 4)
- Headwaters To Concrete Bridge (Burnt Bridge) On Fh 13 (Where River Enters Bradwell Ray Wilderness)
- Tirce Creek Bridge (Monkey Creek) To Forest Service Property Boundary In Sec 13
Campgrounds
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 Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13 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 Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13
What's the optimal flow for Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13?
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 Segment B--Sh 65 To Carr Bridge On Fh 13.