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HEADWATERS (GOLD CREEK TO STANLEY)

Whitewater River Run





Idaho Salmon River

Headwaters (Gold Creek To Stanley)

Class III- TO III+ Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 1,210 CFS

Runnable
49°, Rain/Snow Then Chance Rain/Snow

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. 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.

Weather today, Rain and snow before 1pm, then a chance of rain between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of rain and snow after 4pm. Snow level 4800 feet lowering to 4000 feet. High near 49. Southeast wind 9 to 14 mph becoming west northwest in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Status Runnable
Class Level III- to III+
Elevation 3,922 ft
Run Length 10.2 Mi
Gradient 32 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 1210 cfs
Gauge Height 2.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage Salmon River At Salmon Id
USGS 13302500

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Sugar Creek Nr Stibnite
USGS 13311450
12 cfs 6.9 ft
Ef Of Sf Salmon River At Stibnite Id
USGS 13311000
11 cfs 4.9 ft
Johnson Creek At Yellow Pine Id
USGS 13313000
161 cfs 2.4 ft
Meadow Creek Nr Stibnite
USGS 13310850
2 cfs 3.3 ft
Blackbird Creek Near Cobalt
USGS 13306336
12 cfs 0.7 ft
Efsf Salmon R Abv Meadow Crk Nr Stibnite
USGS 13310800
3 cfs 14.7 ft
Efsf Salmon R Abv Sugar Crk Nr Stibnite
USGS 13311250
12 cfs 10.4 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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