* 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 Outlet Stanley Lake To Confluence With Valley Creek is located in Idaho and is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 500 and 1,500 cfs, which provides exciting rapids and obstacles while still maintaining safety. The class rating for this river ranges from class II to class IV, making it suitable for intermediate to experienced paddlers.
The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 12 miles, starting at Outlet Stanley Lake and ending at the confluence with Valley Creek. The river rapids and obstacles include the Big Eddy, a class IV rapid, and several class III rapids such as the S-Turn, Shark's Tooth, and Grandaddy. The river also features beautiful scenery, including the Sawtooth Mountains and the Stanley Basin.
Specific regulations to the area include obtaining a permit from the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, which can be obtained online or at the ranger station. The permit includes regulations such as a limit of 25 people per group, no camping within 300 feet of the river, and no campfires within a quarter-mile of the river. It is important for paddlers to follow these regulations to protect the natural environment and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
Last Updated | 2024-12-05 |
River Levels | 595 cfs (2.09 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 57% |
Status | |
Class Level | ii-iv |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13295000 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
TRAIL CREEK AT KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
12cfs | 4.93ft | 5811ft |
SF BOISE RIVER AT NEAL BRIDGE NR ARROWROCK DAM ID
2019-10-03T04:45:00.000-06:00 |
360cfs | 7.18ft | 3253ft |
NF BIG WOOD RIVER NR SAWTOOTH NRA HQ NR KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
12cfs | 4.77ft | 6241ft |
BOISE RIVER NR TWIN SPRINGS ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
407cfs | 5.56ft | 3257ft |
WARM SPRINGS CR AT GUYER HOT SPR NR KETCHUM ID
2024-06-30T01:30:00.000-06:00 |
77cfs | 9.72ft | 5867ft |
BIG WOOD RIVER NR KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
50cfs | 4.89ft | 6271ft |
SF BOISE RIVER NR FEATHERVILLE ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
202cfs | 1.75ft | 4228ft |