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HELLS CANYON (HELLS CANYON DAM TO PITTSBURG LANDING)

Whitewater River Run





Oregon Snake River

Hells Canyon (Hells Canyon Dam To Pittsburg Landing)

Class III TO IV Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 19,300 CFS

Runnable
51°, Showers

The Hells Canyon Dam to Pittsburg Landing section of the Snake River in Oregon is a challenging river run with Class III-IV rapids and beautiful scenery. The best time to float this section is in the spring when the river is high with recommended CFS of 10,000 or higher. There are several river obstacles to navigate, including Granite Creek Rapid, Wild Sheep Rapid, and Devil's Tooth Rapid. Experienced rafters and kayakers will enjoy the technical runs and stunning canyon views along this 22-mile stretch.

Weather today, Rain likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. High near 51. South wind 5 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Status Runnable
Class Level III to IV
Elevation 1,471 ft
Run Length 31.5 Mi
Gradient 12 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 19300 cfs
Gauge Height 67.0 ft
Reporting Streamgage Snake River At Hells Canyon Dam Id-Or State Line
USGS 13290450

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Lake Fork Payette River Ab Jumbo Cr Nr Mccall Id
USGS 13240000
12 cfs 3.2 ft
Imnaha River At Imnaha
USGS 13292000
150 cfs ft
Snake River Bl Mcduff Rapids At China Gardens
USGS 13317660
28,600 cfs 9.0 ft
Snake River At Hells Canyon Dam Id-Or State Line
USGS 13290450
19,300 cfs 67.0 ft
Salmon River At White Bird Id
USGS 13317000
7,490 cfs 14.4 ft
Snake River Near Anatone
USGS 13334300
33,000 cfs 7.1 ft
Nf Payette River At Mccall Id
USGS 13239000
179 cfs 2.7 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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