CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH FORK EAST FORK SALMON TO CONFLUENCE WITH UNNAMED CREEK IN SECTION 6
2024-12-27T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 19 inches. In the central Idaho mountains, including the towns of Stanley, Ketchum, and Hailey, amounts will range from 5 inches at the lowest elevation to more than 24 inches on the very highest peaks. For the areas bordering Utah, expect 1 inch at the lowest elevations to more than 20 on the highest peaks in that area. In the eastern and southeastern highlands, snowfall will range from 3 inches at lowest elevation to more than 20 inches in passes heading to Wyoming. * WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, Sun Valley Region, Wood River Foothills, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park, Teton Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, and Southern Hills/Albion Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
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The Whitewater River Run from Confluence with South Fork East Fork Salmon to Confluence with Unnamed Creek in Section 6 in Idaho is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 800-2000 cfs. The class rating for this section of the river is III-IV, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The segment mileage for this section of the river is approximately 10.5 miles.
One of the major rapids/obstacles on this section of the river is the Devil's Tooth rapid, which is a Class IV rapid and requires advanced paddling skills to navigate. Other notable rapids include Rapid River Rapids, Marble Creek Rapids, and Butcher Knife Rapids.
There are specific regulations that need to be followed while paddling on this section of the river. For example, all boaters are required to carry a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times. Additionally, all boaters are required to have a permit and follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize the impact on the environment.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from Confluence with South Fork East Fork Salmon to Confluence with Unnamed Creek in Section 6 in Idaho is a challenging and exciting destination for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. It is important to follow all regulations and guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on the river.
| Last Updated | 2024-12-25 |
| River Levels | 645 cfs (6.92 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 100% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13135500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
| Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
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CLOVER CREEK NR KING HILL ID
1993-07-04T23:30:00.000-06:00 |
24cfs | ft | 2526ft |
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NF BIG WOOD RIVER NR SAWTOOTH NRA HQ NR KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
12cfs | 4.77ft | 6241ft |
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TRAIL CREEK AT KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
12cfs | 4.93ft | 5811ft |
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WARM SPRINGS CR AT GUYER HOT SPR NR KETCHUM ID
2024-06-30T01:30:00.000-06:00 |
77cfs | 9.72ft | 5867ft |
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NF BIG LOST RIVER AT WILD HORSE NR CHILLY ID
2024-12-25T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
19cfs | 1.32ft | 6862ft |
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BIG WOOD RIVER NR KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
50cfs | 4.89ft | 6271ft |
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SNAKE RIVER AT KING HILL ID
2024-12-25T00:45:00.000-07:00 |
6390cfs | 5.8ft | 2503ft |
