2025-12-06T05:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected at times. Total snow accumulations through Friday night between 3 and 6 inches in the valleys and 10 to 18 inches in the mountains. A few locations above 8000 ft could see higher amounts with snow rates approaching an inch per hour at times. Very gusty winds developing late Friday into Friday night. * WHERE...Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park, Teton Valley, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, and Marsh and Arbon Highlands. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 5,000 and 15,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs in late May through early July. The class rating for this river ranges from class II to class IV, with some challenging rapids and obstacles along the way.
The segment mileage for the South Fork Snake River run is approximately 64 miles, with several scenic areas and challenging rapids such as the Big Kahuna, the Lunch Counter, and the Cottonwood Rapids. The river also features stunning views of the Teton Range and the surrounding wilderness.
Regulations for this area include a mandatory life jacket requirement for all participants, a limit on the number of people per raft, and a prohibition on alcohol and drugs. It is important to follow all regulations and guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on the river.
Overall, the South Fork Snake River run is an exciting and challenging adventure for experienced whitewater rafters. Proper preparation and adherence to regulations will ensure a safe and enjoyable trip on this beautiful river.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 11800 cfs (8.59 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 92% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13032500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Snake River Nr Irwin Id
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925cfs |
Snake River Nr Heise Id
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1360cfs |
Willow Creek Bl Tex Creek Nr Ririe Id
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49cfs |
Willow Creek Nr Ririe Id
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0cfs |
Dry Bed Nr Ririe Id
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0cfs |
Teton River Ab South Leigh Creek Nr Driggs Id
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156cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pine Creek 2 A
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Pine Creek 2 B
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Pine Creek 1 C
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Pine Creek 1 B
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Pine Creek 1 A
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Pine Creek 3 A
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South Fork Snake River
Tie Canyon To Targhee Nf Boundary
Pine Creek To Riley Diversion
Just West Of Crystal Lake To Trailhead
Palisades Dam To Confluence With Pine Creek
Confluence Of North Fork Palisades Creek And Corral Canyon To Palisades Campground