Winter Storm Warning
2025-12-20T05:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Light to moderate valley snow and heavy mountain snow. Several inches of accumulation below 7,000 feet, including 5 to 8 inches in Stanley and Ketchum. One to two feet accumulation above 7,000 feet, including two feet on Galena Summit. Wind gusts as high as around 45 mph. * WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Frank Church Wilderness, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, and Sun Valley Region. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Headwaters (Gold Creek To Stanley) Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Idaho

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The headwaters of Gold Creek to Stanley River run on the Salmon River in Idaho is a Class III whitewater experience that is best enjoyed between May and June when the water flows range from 600 - 2000 CFS.

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Summary

This section of the river is suitable for intermediate and advanced paddlers and features several challenging rapids such as "Elkhorn" and "Staircase". Additionally, paddlers will encounter several narrow canyons, rocky outcroppings, and boulder gardens that require careful maneuvering. Overall, this section of the river provides an exhilarating and scenic whitewater experience.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	1070 cfs (2.14 ft)
Percent of Normal	110%
Optimal Range	600-6000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	III- to III+
Elevation	3,922 ft
Run Length	10.2 Mi
Gradient	32 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	1250 cfs
Gauge Height	2.4 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 13302500

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Valley Creek At Stanley Id 259.0cfs	259cfs
Salmon River Bl Yankee Fork Nr Clayton Id 894.0cfs	894cfs
Yankee Fork Salmon River Nr Clayton Id 94.1cfs	94cfs
Thompson Creek Nr Clayton Id 6.87cfs	7cfs
Squaw Creek Bl Bruno Creek Nr Clayton Id 15.4cfs	15cfs
Big Wood River Nr Ketchum Id 51.2cfs	51cfs