Three Cabins Creek To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River river run
Three Cabins Creek To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River
The run begins with a calm section before quickly picking up pace and hitting rapids such as "Three Cabins Rapid," "Redside Rapid," and "Powerhouse Rapid." These rapids provide exciting challenges for paddlers with features such as holes, waves, and steep drops.
One of the main obstacles on this run is a diversion dam near Redside Rapid that must be portaged. It is important to scout ahead for any hazards and to be aware of changing water levels, as this section of the river can become much more dangerous during high-water events.
There are specific regulations to consider when running this section of the river, including the need for proper permits and knowledge of leave-no-trace principles. The area is also home to several endangered fish species, so it is important to take precautions to avoid disturbing their habitat.
Overall, the Three Cabins Creek to Confluence with East Fork Salmon River run offers a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers in a beautiful, remote location in Idaho.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Three Cabins Creek To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Thompson Creek Nr Clayton Id | 51 cfs | → |
| Big Wood River Nr Ketchum Id | 418 cfs | → |
| Nf Big Wood River Nr Sawtooth Nra Hq Nr Ketchum Id | 193 cfs | → |
| Squaw Creek Bl Bruno Creek Nr Clayton Id | 95 cfs | → |
| Nf Big Lost River At Wild Horse Nr Chilly Id | 325 cfs | → |
| Salmon River Bl Yankee Fork Nr Clayton Id | 3,050 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- Unnamed Creek To Sawtooth Nf Boundary
- East Fork Salmon River
- Headwaters To Sawtooth Nf Boundary
- Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River
- Headwaters To Confluence With Little Boulder Creek
Campgrounds
- Boulder White Clouds
- Caribou
- Holman Creek
- Holman Creek Campground
- Whiskey Flats Campground
- Murdock Campground
Fishing spots
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Three Cabins Creek To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Three Cabins Creek To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River
What's the optimal flow for Three Cabins Creek To Confluence With East Fork Salmon River?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
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