Winter Storm Warning
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.


Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2025-12-03

The Cedar Creek to Adair Creek segment of the Whitewater River in Idaho is approximately 11 miles long and is rated as a Class III+ to IV run with a recommended ideal streamflow range of 1,000 to 3,000 cubic feet per second.


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Summary

This segment of the river features several rapids and obstacles, including the "Devil's Tooth" rapid, a steep and technical Class IV drop, and the "Jaws" rapid, a narrow and rocky channel with multiple obstacles.

The Cedar Creek to Adair Creek segment is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and requires a free permit for all river users. There are regulations in place to protect cultural and natural resources, including a ban on camping within 200 feet of the river and restrictions on fires.

In addition to the Class III+ to IV rapids, this section of the Whitewater River is known for its scenic beauty, with towering rock formations, lush vegetation, and abundant wildlife. It is recommended that only experienced paddlers attempt this run, as the rapids and obstacles can be challenging and potentially dangerous at higher streamflow levels.

River Run Details

Last Updated 2025-12-03
River Levels 4300 cfs (8.36 ft)
Percent of Normal 54%
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Class Level iii+-iv
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 13340600
       

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