SALMON RIVER, SEC. 36, T27N, R1E TO GOSPEL-HUMP WILDERNESS BOUNDARY, SEC. 31, T27N, R4E
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 23, 2024
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-22 |
| River Levels | 32300 cfs (21.67 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 80% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 13317000 |
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.
