Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows river run
Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows
The class rating for the Whitewater River Run ranges from Class III to Class V, with some of the most challenging rapids including the Horseshoe, the S-Turn, and the Waterfall. These rapids require advanced paddling skills and experience to navigate safely. Other obstacles along the river include rock formations, waterfalls, and tight channels.
There are specific regulations in place for the Whitewater River Run to ensure the safety of paddlers and the preservation of the environment. Paddlers are required to wear a personal flotation device and helmet at all times, and are advised to carry a first aid kit and proper safety equipment. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping and fires along the river to protect the surrounding wilderness.
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.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rockcastle River At Billows | 55 cfs | → |
| Lynn Camp Creek At Corbin | 18 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Cumberland Falls | 439 cfs | → |
| Buck Creek Near Shopville | 7 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Williamsburg | 559 cfs | → |
| Clear Fork At Saxton | 55 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Ky 3497 Laurel County
- Grove Whitley County
- Whitley County
- I 75 Rockcastle County
- Battleground Road Livingston
Other river runs
- 4 Miles Downstream From The Kentucky Highway 90 Bridge To Confluence With Cane Creek
- Kentucky Road 679 To Confluence Of Cumberland River
- Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679
- Tn/Ky State Line To White Oak Junction
- Turkey Foot Campground To Confluence With South Fork Of Station Camp Creek
Campgrounds
- Bee Rock Rec Area
- Bee Rock Campground
- Craigs Creek Group Use Area
- Holly Bay Rec Area
- Holly Bay Campground
- White Oak Boat-In Campground
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 Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows 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.
About Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows
What's the optimal flow for Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows?
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.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows.