* WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 9 and 15 inches in higher elevations and 5 to 9 inches at Lolo and Lost Trail Passes. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Dixie, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Lolo Pass, and Elk City. * WHEN...From 1 PM MST /noon PST/ Thursday to 11 AM MST /10 AM PST/ Saturday. * 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 Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
It is best to float this section of water during the summer months of June to September when the river flow ranges from 2,000 to 4,000 CFS. As you float downstream, watch out for challenging river obstacles such as Deadman's Eddy and Lochsa Falls. The rapids are continuous, with tight technical moves and big waves, making it perfect for intermediate to experienced rafters. Overall, this river run is perfect for those seeking a thrilling adventure and breathtaking views.
| 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 | II+ to III+ |
| Elevation | 1,456 ft |
| Run Length | 15.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 6190 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 5.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13337000 |
Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
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6190cfs |
Selway River Nr Lowell Id
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5940cfs |
Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery
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18cfs |
Sf Clearwater River Nr Elk City Id
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42cfs |
Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id
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747cfs |
Lolo Creek Nr Greer Id
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771cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Knife Edge
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Knife Edge Campground and River Access
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Apgar
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Wilderness Gateway Campground
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Wilderness Gateway
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Slide Creek Dispersed Site
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Split Creek to Lowell
Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 35, T33N, R9E To Headwaters, Sec. 33, T33N, R10E
Hungery Creek, Sec. 24, T35N, R8E To Lochsa River, Sec. 33, T35N, R9E
Fish Creek to Split Creek
Headwaters, Sec. 3, T35N, R7E To Fish Creek, Sec. 24, T35N, R8E
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary