* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. Highest gusts on mountain passes and peaks. 6 to 10 inches of snow above 7,000 feet combined with gusty winds could result in visibility reductions due to blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Frank Church Wilderness, Lost River Range, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, Sun Valley Region, and Big Hole Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and outbuildings is expected, along with isolated power outages. Loose outdoor objects will be blown around.
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 1500 and 3000 cfs, with the peak season running from May to June. The class rating for this stretch of the river is a Class III-IV, meaning it is suitable for intermediate to advanced rafters. The total segment mileage is approximately 9 miles, with several notable rapids and obstacles along the way.
Some of the most significant rapids on this section of the Whitewater River Run include The Jaws, which is a Class IV rapid with a narrow chute and a large boulder blocking the way. Other notable rapids include Mixmaster, a technical Class III rapid that requires precise maneuvering, and T-Bone, a Class III+ rapid with a large boulder in the middle of the river.
Specific regulations to the area include a required permit for commercial rafting companies, and a limit of 12 people per raft. Additionally, all participants must wear a personal flotation device at all times while on the river.
| Last Updated | 2025-12-15 |
| River Levels | 11800 cfs (8.59 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 71% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13032500 |
Snake River Nr Irwin Id
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900cfs |
Snake River Nr Heise Id
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1360cfs |
Teton River Ab South Leigh Creek Nr Driggs Id
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199cfs |
Willow Creek Bl Tex Creek Nr Ririe Id
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49cfs |
Dry Bed Nr Ririe Id
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0cfs |
Willow Creek Nr Ririe Id
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0cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Dry Canyon 2 D
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Dry Canyon 2 C
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Pine Creek 3 A
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Pine Creek 3 B
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Dry Canyon 2 B
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Pine Creek 3 C
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