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 best time to float this section is from late May to early September with a recommended flow of 1,500 to 2,500 cfs. This run is considered intermediate to advanced, and it is recommended that only experienced paddlers attempt it.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 3120 cfs (2.68 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 90% |
| Optimal Range | 700-35000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III to IV |
| Elevation | 891 ft |
| Run Length | 36.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 33 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1620 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 1.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14361500 |
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Fork Cow Creek Near Glendale
|
69cfs |
Rogue River At Grants Pass
|
1620cfs |
Cow Creek Near Riddle
|
225cfs |
Applegate River Near Wilderville
|
593cfs |
Cow Creek Near Azalea
|
71cfs |
Rogue River Near Agness
|
3380cfs |
Sandersons Home site (R0.70R)
Fist Stop Beach (R0.65L)
Sanderson Left (R0.72L)
Lower Sandersons (R0.71R)
Rainie Falls Right (R1.70R)
Rainie Falls Left (R1.72L)
Grave Creek Boat Ramp
Grave Creek
Argo Recreation Site and Boat Ramp
Grave Creek to Foster Bar
Riffle Creek
Howard Creek Seg B
Howard Creek Seg A