Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek river run
Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek
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.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Clearwater River Nr Canyon Ranger Station Id | 7,650 cfs | → |
| St. Joe River At Red Ives Ranger Station Id | 1,090 cfs | → |
| St Joe River At Calder Id | 3,780 cfs | → |
| St Maries River Nr Santa Id | 264 cfs | → |
| Clearwater River At Orofino Id | 22,800 cfs | → |
| Canyon Creek Ab Mouth At Wallace | 89 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- Dworshak Reservoir, Sec. 19, T41n, R5e To Forest Boundary, Sec. 33, T42n, R6e
- Dworshak Reservoir, Sec. 34, T41n, R6e To Forest Road #250, Sec. 6, T40n, R11e
- Adair Creek To Fish Lake, Sec. 4, T43n, R4e
- Lund Creek
- Little Lost Lake Creek
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek
What's the optimal flow for Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Cedar Creek, Sec. 6, T41n, R6e To Adair Creek.