Paddle Report

Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy) river run

Illinois, USA Deschutes River 12.0 mi long Class III TO V
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91%
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Optimal low
800cfs
Optimal high
3,000cfs
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Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy) -- Illinois paddle run
Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy) Illinois · Deschutes River
About this run

Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy)

The Dillon Falls to Mount Bachelor Village Big Eddy River Run on the Deschutes River in Oregon is an intermediate to advanced level river run with Class II and III rapids. The best time of year to float this section of water is from late May to early September, with recommended flows of 1,000 to 2,500 CFS. The river features several obstacles, including Dillon Falls, Lava Island Falls, and Big Eddy Rapids, which require skill and experience to navigate. Overall, this river run offers a thrilling and challenging experience for experienced kayakers and rafters.
StateIllinois
RiverDeschutes River
Run length12.0 mi
ClassIII TO V
Optimal range800 — 3,000 cfs
Current flow--
Percent of normal91%
StreamgageUSGS 14076500
Latitude43.9573°
Longitude-121.4167°
Detailed forecast

Plan your run down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.

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Regional flow

Regional streamflow levels

USGS streamgauges around Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy) -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.

Whitewater safety

Check the flow before you run
Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
Know your skill ceiling
Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
Wear the right gear
Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
Scout, set safety, and run with a team
Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
Respect the river
Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy) as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.

FAQ

About Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy)

What's the optimal flow for Dillon Falls To Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy)?

The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.

How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?

The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.

What's the whitewater class?

See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.

Where do I put in / take out?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.

Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this run, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me at 600 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.

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