2025-12-20T11:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 9 and 15 inches in higher elevations and 5 to 9 inches at Lolo and Lost Trail Passes. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Dixie, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Lolo Pass, and Elk City. * WHEN...From 1 PM MST /noon PST/ Thursday to 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1,500 and 3,000 cfs. The class rating for this section of the river ranges from Class III to Class V, providing a thrilling and technical run for experienced kayakers and rafters.
The segment mileage for this section of the river is approximately 45 miles, beginning at the Wilderness Boundary and ending at the headwaters. Specific river rapids and obstacles include the notorious Devil's Tooth rapid, which is a Class V rapid that requires precise navigation and expert maneuvering. Other challenging rapids include Cabin Drop, The Slot, and the Upper Gorge.
Specific regulations to the area include obtaining a permit from the United States Forest Service in order to access the river. Additionally, all participants must wear a properly fitting personal flotation device and helmets are strongly recommended. Camping is allowed in designated areas only, and all waste must be packed out.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-16 |
| River Levels | 8660 cfs (6.42 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 97% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13307000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Paradise Campground
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Paradise
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Raven Creek Campground
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Magruder Crossing Campground
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Magruder Crossing
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Poet Creek
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Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters
Sec. 28, T30N, R13E To Boundary Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness
Paradise to Selway Falls
32nd Street to Smelter
Selway River, Sec. 16, T31N, R13E To Headwaters
Road No. 468, To Headwaters, Sec. 3, T28N, R12E