2026-01-23T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, poor air quality may develop. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Friday. The fog will lift during the day and come back in this evening. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. Locally slick road conditions are possible.
Summary
The river features obstacles such as Rainie Falls and Rogue River Ranch, which require careful navigation. The best time to float this section is between May and September with recommended water flows of 1,500-3,000 cfs. This section is suitable for intermediate paddlers with some experience in whitewater.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 2400 cfs (1.98 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 86% |
| Optimal Range | 700-3500 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 1,149 ft |
| Run Length | 33.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 8 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1630 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 1.4 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14359000 |
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rogue River At Grants Pass
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1620cfs |
Applegate River Near Wilderville
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593cfs |
Applegate River Near Applegate
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507cfs |
Rogue River At Raygold Near Central Point
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1630cfs |
Sucker Cr Bl Lt Grayback Cr Nr Holland
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116cfs |
Illinois River Near Kerby
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652cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Schroeder County Park
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Riverfront
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Rogue river campground
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Whitehorse County Park
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Chinook winds rv
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Griffin County Park
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Baker Park
Grants Pass to Grave Creek