SUMMIT CREEK

RIVER RUNS
2024-09-23
5,878 ft 44.30, -113.51

Winter Weather Advisory
2024-12-27T17:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 13 inches. * WHERE...Frank Church Wilderness and Lost River Range of mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.


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Summit Creek is a popular whitewater river run in Idaho that offers thrilling rapids and stunning scenery. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 400-1200 cfs, which typically occurs in the spring and early summer months. The class rating for Summit Creek is class III-IV, which means that it requires moderate to advanced skills and experience to navigate.

The segment mileage for Summit Creek is approximately 8 miles, beginning at the confluence of Summit Creek and the South Fork of the Payette River, and ending at the small town of Lowman. Along the way, paddlers will encounter several notable rapids and obstacles, including "Gobbler's Knob," "The Chutes," and "Little Falls."

In terms of regulations, Summit Creek is located within the Boise National Forest and is subject to various rules and guidelines. Paddlers are required to carry appropriate safety equipment, including personal flotation devices and helmets. Additionally, camping and campfires are only allowed in designated areas, and visitors are expected to practice leave-no-trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.

Last Updated 2024-09-23
River Levels 202 cfs (2.47 ft)
Percent of Normal 103%
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Class Level iii-iv
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 13118700
       

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