Idaho Whitewater
HUNGERY CREEK, SEC. 24, T35N, R8E TO LOCHSA RIVER, SEC. 33, T35N, R9E
STREAMFLOW: 4,600 CFS
• Class IV-III River Run
The Hungery Creek to Lochsa River run is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Idaho. This segment has a class rating of III-IV and a total segment mileage of approximately 9 miles. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1000 and 5000 cfs, with the best time to go being late May to early July.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this run, including the Hungry Creek Falls, which is a class IV rapid and the first major obstacle on the run. Other notable sections include the Chinese Wall and the Lochsa Falls, which are both class III rapids.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including required permits for commercial trips and a limit of 100 people per day during peak season. It is also important to note that this run is best suited for experienced whitewater enthusiasts, as the rapids and obstacles can be challenging.
Sources used:
- American Whitewater
- Idaho River Sports
- Northwest Rafting Company Get driving directions.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this run, including the Hungry Creek Falls, which is a class IV rapid and the first major obstacle on the run. Other notable sections include the Chinese Wall and the Lochsa Falls, which are both class III rapids.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including required permits for commercial trips and a limit of 100 people per day during peak season. It is also important to note that this run is best suited for experienced whitewater enthusiasts, as the rapids and obstacles can be challenging.
Sources used:
- American Whitewater
- Idaho River Sports
- Northwest Rafting Company Get driving directions.
| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 4480 cfs (4.71 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 66% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | LOCHSA RIVER NR LOWELL ID |
| Elevation | 1,456 ft. |
| River | Lochsa-River |
| Watershed | Lochsa |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fog Mountain - Dispersed | Numerous | 1,961 ft | |||
| Knife Edge | 10 | 1,671 ft | |||
| Gedney Creek | Numerous | 1,792 ft | |||
| Race Track | 13 | 1,815 ft | |||
| Weitas | 6 | 2,478 ft | |||
| Selway Falls | 7 | 1,845 ft | |||
| Wilderness Gateway | 153 | 2,116 ft | |||
| Glover Creek | 7 | 1,708 ft | |||
| 25 Mile | 14 | 1,675 ft | |||
| Boyd Creek | 6 | 1,915 ft |
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