Winter Weather Advisory
2026-04-16T09:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches above 5,000 feet, including area mountain passes. Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches in lower elevation valley areas. * WHERE...Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, Lemhi Pass, Williams Creek Summit, Salmon, Shoup, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, and Bannock Pass. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 9 AM MDT Thursday. * 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 Wednesday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An elevated risk exists for snow squalls to produce poor visibility and gusty winds as the front arrives Wednesday evening across mountain pass areas.

Paddle Report

Idaho

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The stretch of the Salmon River from Colston to Salmon River Run in Idaho has Class III and IV rapids, making it a challenging run for experienced kayakers and rafters.

Summary

The best time to float this section is in May and June, when the water flows at 3,000 to 10,000 cfs. Obstacles include Deadwood Creek Rapid, one of the largest rapids on the river, and several other rapids with significant drops and technical maneuvers required. It is recommended to have a guide or extensive experience before attempting to navigate this section of the Salmon River.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Pahsimeroi River At Ellis Id 173.0cfs	173cfs
Lemhi River Nr Lemhi Id 194.0cfs	194cfs
Blackbird Creek Near Cobalt 12.4cfs	12cfs
Lemhi River Below L5 Diversion Near Salmon 88.9cfs	89cfs
Salmon River At Salmon Id 2890.0cfs	2890cfs
Napias Creek Below Arnett Creek Near Leesburg 62.8cfs	63cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	1070 cfs (2.14 ft)
Percent of Normal	110%
Optimal Range	800-6000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	II to II+
Elevation	3,922 ft
Run Length	38.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	2890 cfs
Gauge Height	3.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 13302500

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Winter Weather Advisory
Until 2026-04-16T09:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches above 5,000 feet, including area mountain passes. Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches in lower elevation valley areas. * WHERE...Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, Lemhi Pass, Williams Creek Summit, Salmon, Shoup, Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, and Bannock Pass. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 9 AM MDT Thursday. * 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 Wednesday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An elevated risk exists for snow squalls to produce poor visibility and gusty winds as the front arrives Wednesday evening across mountain pass areas.