Winter Weather Advisory
2025-12-25T17:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of around 5 inches to 1 foot at elevations 6500 feet to 8000 feet. For highest peaks expect 1 to 2 feet of snow. Accumulations in Stanley and Clayton will be much lower at 2 inches or less. Winds gusting as high as 35 MPH. * WHERE...Frank Church Wilderness, Lost River Range, and Sawtooth/Stanley Basin. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult above 6500 feet, including in backcountry areas.

Headwaters (Gold Creek To Stanley) Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Idaho

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The headwaters of Gold Creek to Stanley River run on the Salmon River in Idaho is a Class III whitewater experience that is best enjoyed between May and June when the water flows range from 600 - 2000 CFS.

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Summary

This section of the river is suitable for intermediate and advanced paddlers and features several challenging rapids such as "Elkhorn" and "Staircase". Additionally, paddlers will encounter several narrow canyons, rocky outcroppings, and boulder gardens that require careful maneuvering. Overall, this section of the river provides an exhilarating and scenic whitewater experience.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	1070 cfs (2.14 ft)
Percent of Normal	110%
Optimal Range	600-6000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	III- to III+
Elevation	3,922 ft
Run Length	10.2 Mi
Gradient	32 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	1590 cfs
Gauge Height	2.7 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 13302500

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Valley Creek At Stanley Id 263.0cfs	263cfs
Salmon River Bl Yankee Fork Nr Clayton Id 937.0cfs	937cfs
Yankee Fork Salmon River Nr Clayton Id 92.9cfs	93cfs
Thompson Creek Nr Clayton Id 7.19cfs	7cfs
Squaw Creek Bl Bruno Creek Nr Clayton Id 13.1cfs	13cfs
Big Wood River Nr Ketchum Id 48.9cfs	49cfs