Corn Creek To Vinegar Creek/Carey Creek (Main Salmon)
Class III TO IV
STREAMFLOW: 11,000 CFS
Runnable85°, Sunny Then Showers Likely
The Corn Creek to Vinegar Creek Carey Creek section of the Main Salmon River in Idaho is a 56-mile stretch with Class III and IV rapids, making it a challenging and exciting run for experienced paddlers. The best time for floating is typically in June and July when water levels are high, with recommended flows of around 3,000-6,000 cfs. Paddlers will encounter notable obstacles such as Big Mallard Rapid, with technical Class IV drops and tight channels, and Lake Creek Falls, a steep and rocky drop with Class III rapids. Overall, this run offers stunning scenery, technical challenges, and a thrilling whitewater experience.
Weather today, Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. Sunny during the morning, then mostly cloudy during the afternoon, with a high near 85. Light and variable wind becoming west southwest 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III to IV |
Elevation | 3,017 ft |
Run Length | 79.0 Mi |
Streamflow Discharge | 11000 cfs |
Gauge Height | 38.5 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Middle Fork Salmon River At Mouth Nr Shoup Id
USGS 13310199 |