* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches; accumulations of 10 to 15 inches at the South and Northeast entrances and near Pahaska; locally higher amounts of 20 to 25 inches in the higher elevations in the Pitchstone Plateau and the western slopes of the Absarokas. Gusty winds of 20 to 35 mph across Yellowstone National Park and 30 to 50 mph across the Absaroka Mountains. * WHERE...Absaroka Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to lighten in intensity between 8AM and 2PM Friday, with accumulations generally between 1 and 4 inches. Moderate to heavy snowfall begins after 3PM Friday and continues through the overnight hours, this is when a bulk of the additional snow accumulations will occur. Gusty winds are expected after sunset Friday and continue into Saturday morning. Heavy snowfall and gusty winds could cause reduced visibility and drifting snow.
This section of water is best run in late spring or early summer when the water levels are high, with a recommended CFS of 1000-2000 for a thrilling ride. This is not a run for beginner or intermediate paddlers, as the currents are powerful and unpredictable, but experienced rafters and kayakers will find plenty of excitement and thrills on this challenging stretch of river.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 265 cfs (0.87 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 121% |
| Optimal Range | 500-2500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | III to III+ |
| Elevation | 5,596 ft |
| Run Length | 14.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 257 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 0.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13047500 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cave Falls Campground
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Cave Falls
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Rocky Ford
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Lower Boundary Creek
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9B1
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9F1
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