2025-12-17T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts over 60 mph possible. * WHERE...In Idaho, Eastern Lemhi County and Western Lemhi County. In Montana, Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains, Butte/Blackfoot Region, and Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...From late Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Bursts of heavy snow and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys, over mountain passes, and along the Divide.
Summary
This 20-mile stretch of river is rated as a Class III to Class IV, with a flow range of 800 to 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The best time to take on this run is during the spring when the snowmelt increases the water flow.
There are several notable rapids throughout the run, including Dollarhide, Elkhorn, Hancock, and Sulphur. Paddlers should be prepared for technical maneuvers and tight turns, as well as potential hazards like undercut rocks and strainers.
It is important to note that this section of the Salmon River is within the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, and therefore has specific regulations in place. Permits are required for all overnight trips, and there are limits to group size and camping locations. Additionally, visitors must adhere to Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-11 |
| River Levels | 4320 cfs (4.34 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 162% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13309220 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camas Creek Campsite
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Johnny Walker Campsite
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Pool Campsite
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Funston Campsite
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Broken Oar Campsite
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Tappan Falls Campsite
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Hammer Creek To Confluence With Middle Fork Salmon River
Phillips Creek Transfer Camp To Confluence With Middle Fork Salmon River
Headwaters To Hammer Creek
Headwaters To Confluence With Pole Creek