Headwaters (Sec 5, T32n, R10e) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary Paddle Report

× Winter Storm Watch
Until 2026-03-10T15:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow possible above 5000 feet. There is a chance of major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 3 feet. Wind gusts of 40 to 60 mph. * WHERE...US Highway 12 over Lolo Pass, Dixie, and backcountry areas. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout and blizzard conditions are possible in backcountry areas and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will be climbing Wednesday into Thursday afternoon, reaching as high as 5,000 feet near Lolo Pass and 6,000 feet across the southern Clearwater Mountains. The worst travel conditions are expected during the overnight and early morning periods.