2025-12-17T14:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region, Orofino/Grangeville Region, Southern Clearwater Mountains, and Northern Clearwater Mountains. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Summary
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.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-16 |
| River Levels | 32300 cfs (21.67 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 129% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13317000 |
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Robinson Left Beach Campsite
Robinson Right Beach Campsite
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Salmon River
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