2025-12-06T17:00:00-07:00
...PROLONGED SNOW EVENT... .A plume of snow will continue to impacted north central Idaho into west central and southwest Montana tonight. The snow activity will decrease in intensity during the day on Friday, then a second plume of precipitation will impact the region late Friday through Saturday. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There is a likelihood of major winter storm impacts. Total snow accumulations 2 to 6 inches in the valleys and 9 to 18 inches in the higher terrain including Lolo Pass. * WHERE...Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Elk River, Elk City, Pierce, and Dixie. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 500-2,000 cfs, with the peak season being in early summer when snowmelt is at its highest. The segment covers a distance of roughly 8 miles and is rated as a Class II-III stretch.
The river features several rapids and obstacles, including "The Narrows," a narrow and rocky section, and "Charlie's Hole," a large hole that can be challenging to navigate. It is important to note that the river can become dangerous during high water, and caution should be taken when running the stretch.
Regulations for the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping and a strict "leave no trace" policy. Motorized watercraft are not allowed on this stretch, and all visitors are required to follow the rules and regulations set forth by the Forest Service.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run Wilderness Boundary to FS Road 319 is a scenic and exciting river run in Idaho. Visitors should be prepared for varying water levels and challenging rapids, and should always adhere to the regulations set forth by the Forest Service to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-03 |
| River Levels | 6370 cfs (6.32 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 66% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13336500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Selway River Nr Lowell Id
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1120cfs |
Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
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803cfs |
Sf Clearwater River Nr Elk City Id
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42cfs |
Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery
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18cfs |
Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id
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207cfs |
Lolo Creek Nr Greer Id
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771cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Gedney Creek
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Fog Mountain - Dispersed
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Selway Falls Campground
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Race Track
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Selway Falls
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Slims Camp
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River Runs
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Wilderness Boundary To Fs Road 319
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Fs Road 319 To Selway River Road (Fs 223)
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Selway River, Sec. 11, T31N, R9E To Road Crossing, Sec. 14, T31N, R9E
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Road Crossing, Sec. 14, T31N, R9E To Headwaters
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Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary
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Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 35, T33N, R9E To Headwaters, Sec. 33, T33N, R10E