Idaho Whitewater
CONFLUENCE BEAR VALLEY CREEK TO FCRONR WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
STREAMFLOW: 52 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The Confluence Bear Valley Creek to Fcronr Wilderness Boundary run on the Whitewater River in Idaho is a popular destination for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 1,000 and 4,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating of the run is Class III to Class IV, with some sections reaching Class V during high water.
The segment mileage of this run is approximately 16 miles, with several challenging rapids and obstacles, including House Rock, Triple Steps, and Grand Finale. The House Rock rapid is a Class IV rapid that requires precise maneuvering and can be dangerous at high water flows. The Triple Steps rapid is a series of three drops that require careful navigation through tight channels. The Grand Finale is a Class V rapid that is the most challenging section of the run and requires expert-level skills to navigate.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping and a strict pack-in, pack-out policy for all trash and waste. Visitors are also required to follow Leave No Trace principles and respect designated wilderness areas.
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The segment mileage of this run is approximately 16 miles, with several challenging rapids and obstacles, including House Rock, Triple Steps, and Grand Finale. The House Rock rapid is a Class IV rapid that requires precise maneuvering and can be dangerous at high water flows. The Triple Steps rapid is a series of three drops that require careful navigation through tight channels. The Grand Finale is a Class V rapid that is the most challenging section of the run and requires expert-level skills to navigate.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping and a strict pack-in, pack-out policy for all trash and waste. Visitors are also required to follow Leave No Trace principles and respect designated wilderness areas.
Get driving directions.
| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 206 cfs (3.24 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 41% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | DEADWOOD RIVER BL DEADWOOD RES NR LOWMAN ID |
| Elevation | 5,182 ft. |
| River | Deadwood-River |
| Watershed | Upper Middle Fork Salmon |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bench Creek C/G | 5 | 6,946 ft | |||
| Helende | 10 | 4,189 ft | |||
| Bear Valley | 10 | 6,405 ft | |||
| Bull Trout Lake | 30 | 6,985 ft | |||
| Boundary Creek /Complex | 35 | 5,700 ft | |||
| Fir Creek | 5 | 6,343 ft | |||
| Bonneville | 22 | 4,673 ft | |||
| Dagger Falls | 14 | 5,758 ft |
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