EAST FORK TO CHALLIS BRIDGE
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
The East Fork to Challis Bridge river run in Idaho on the Salmon River is a Class III-IV whitewater rafting trip with challenging rapids and stunning scenery. This section of water is best navigated from mid-June to mid-July with recommended flows of 1,200-2,000 cfs. Obstacles include Big Mallard Rapid and Eightmile Rapid, both of which require technical maneuvering. The river run difficulty increases with higher water levels, making it best suited for experienced paddlers. Overall, this river run offers a thrilling adventure for those seeking a challenging and scenic rafting experience.
Realtime River Levels
Salmon River At Salmon Id
USGS 13302500
Until 2024-07-26T22:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 10 PM MDT SATURDAY FOR SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 475 AND 476... The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a Red Flag Warning for scattered thunderstorms which is in effect from noon to 10 PM MDT Saturday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 475 East Salmon River Mountains/Salmon NF and Fire Weather Zone 476 Lemhi and Lost River Range/Challis NF. * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Scattered thunderstorms will develop during the afternoon and evening on Saturday. Besides gusty and erratic winds near thunderstorms, frequent lightning can increase wildfire starts. * THUNDERSTORMS...25 to 50 percent coverage expected. * OUTFLOW WINDS...40 to 60 MPH possible.
July 26, 2024
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| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1070 cfs (2.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 110% |
| Optimal Range | 600-8000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II |
| Elevation | 3,922 ft |
| Run Length | 20.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 19 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 845 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.2 ft |
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Salmon River At Salmon Id
USGS 13302500 |
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