* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There is a likelihood of major winter storm impacts. Total snow accumulations 2 to 6 inches in the valleys and 9 to 18 inches in the higher terrain including Lolo Pass. * WHERE...Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Pierce, Dixie, Elk River, and Elk City. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes.
The run has several notable rapids, including Tumbleweed, Ten Pin, Grim Reaper, and Hammer Creek. The best time to float this section of water is typically in the spring or early summer when the water levels are higher. Recommended cfs levels for this run are between 5,000-10,000 cfs. It is important to note that this run is not recommended for beginners, and paddlers should have previous Class III whitewater experience before attempting it.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 2490 cfs (3.74 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 55% |
| Optimal Range | 500-20000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III to IV |
| Elevation | 1,456 ft |
| Run Length | 11.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 821 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.4 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13337000 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Wilderness Gateway
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Wilderness Gateway Campground
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Knife Edge Campground and River Access
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Knife Edge
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Rocky Ridge
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Liz Creek Cabin
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