PROPOSED HOODOO WILDERNESS BOUNDARY, SEC. 28, T10N, R26W TO MOUTH, CLEARWATER NF
2024-12-26T14:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. Wintry mix below 4000 feet, generally an inch or less of snow. Likelihood of moderate impacts above 4000 feet from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 70 percent, and up to a 30 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. * WHERE...Dixie, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, Elk River, Elk City, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR impacts from snow, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. Hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute, especially over higher passes.
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The proposed Hoodoo Wilderness Boundary section of the Whitewater River in Idaho is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 400 and 1,500 cfs, with the optimal flow being around 800 cfs. The class rating for this section of the river is Class III and IV, with some rapids reaching Class V during high water.
The segment mileage of this section is approximately 12 miles, starting at the proposed wilderness boundary and ending at the mouth of the river in the Clearwater National Forest. The rapids and obstacles in this section include Boulder Garden, China Rapids, and Jump Off. These rapids require technical skills and are not recommended for beginners.
There are specific regulations for this area, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit of 12 people per group. Additionally, all boaters must wear a personal flotation device and carry a throwable device. Camping is allowed, but fires are prohibited. It is also recommended to practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.
| Last Updated | 2024-12-03 |
| River Levels | 506 cfs (2.57 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 45% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12413875 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
| Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
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CLARK FORK AT ST. REGIS MT
2024-12-25T00:45:00.000-07:00 |
2380cfs | 4.98ft | 2604ft |
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SELWAY RIVER NR LOWELL ID
2024-12-25T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
1090cfs | 3.62ft | 1536ft |
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LOCHSA RIVER NR LOWELL ID
2024-12-25T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
905cfs | 2.52ft | 1456ft |
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SF CLEARWATER RIVER NR ELK CITY ID
2021-10-01T01:30:00.000-07:00 |
42cfs | 4.68ft | 3832ft |
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NF CLEARWATER RIVER NR CANYON RANGER STATION ID
2024-12-25T01:45:00.000-08:00 |
1680cfs | 6.58ft | 1679ft |
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ST. JOE RIVER AT RED IVES RANGER STATION ID
2024-12-03T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
101cfs | 1.59ft | 3694ft |
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ST. REGIS RIVER NEAR ST. REGIS
2024-12-25T00:45:00.000-07:00 |
125cfs | 2.06ft | 2662ft |
