The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River river run
The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River
The class rating for this run varies depending on the section being navigated. The upper section is considered class IV and V, while the lower section is rated as class III and IV. The total distance of this run is roughly 15 miles.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles along the way, including "Jaws of Death," "Widowmaker," and "Screaming Right Turn." These rapids require a high level of skill and experience to navigate safely.
Specific regulations for this area include a permit system, which limits the number of visitors to the river each day. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times while on the river.
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 The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River Bl Mcduff Rapids At China Gardens | 45,500 cfs | → |
| Snake River Near Anatone | 49,100 cfs | → |
| Webb Creek Near Sweetwater Id | -999,999 cfs | → |
| Asotin Creek At Asotin | 64 cfs | → |
| Grande Ronde River At Troy | 3,260 cfs | → |
| Asotin Creek Below Confluence Near Asotin | 54 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.
Boat launches
- Snake River Road Asotin County
- Soldiers Meadow Road Nez Perce County
- Waha Lake Road Nez Perce County
- Dug Bar
Other river runs
- Snake River - 4.01
- Grande Ronde River (Lower)
- The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River To Ends In The Slack Water Of The Lower Granite Reservoir, Located One Half Mile Above The Town Of Asotin, Washington
- Joseph Creek
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 The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde 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 The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River
What's the optimal flow for The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde 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
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of The Northern Boundary Of The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest To The Confluence With The Grande Ronde River .