Idaho Whitewater

SALMON RIVER, SEC. 36, T27N, R1E TO GOSPEL-HUMP WILDERNESS BOUNDARY, SEC. 31, T27N, R4E


STREAMFLOW: 18,700 CFS

• Class II-IV River Run

The Salmon River run from Section 36, T27N, R1E to Gospel-Hump Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 31, T27N, R4E in Idaho is a popular white-water rafting destination. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 1,500 and 30,000 cubic feet per second (cfs).

The class rating for this section ranges from Class II to Class IV, depending on the specific rapid or obstacle. The total segment mileage for this section is approximately 30 miles. Some notable rapids and obstacles include the Slide Rapid, the Chittam Rapid, and the Devil's Tooth Rapid.

There are specific regulations in place for this area, including the need for a permit to launch a boat or raft on the river. Additionally, all boaters are required to have a personal flotation device (PFD) and a first aid kit on board. There are also restrictions on campfires and the disposal of waste.

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SALMON RIVER, SEC. 36, T27N, R1E TO GOSPEL-HUMP WILDERNESS BOUNDARY, SEC. 31, T27N, R4E
Last Updated 2024-04-25
River Levels 32300 cfs (21.67 ft)
Percent of Normal 91%
Reporting Streamgauge SALMON RIVER AT WHITE BIRD ID
Elevation 1,435 ft.
River Salmon-River
Watershed Lower Salmon

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Hammer Creek Numerous 1,465 ft
North Slate Creek 6 1,590 ft
Spring Bar 17 1,846 ft
North Fork Slate Creek 5 2,848 ft
Island Bar Numerous 1,767 ft
Shorts Bar Numerous 1,771 ft

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