The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road river run
The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road
The segment is approximately 10 miles long and features several notable rapids and obstacles, including Devil's Slide, Kitchen Sink, and Screaming Right-Hand Turn. It is important to note that the river can be unpredictable, and hazards such as sweepers and strainers can be encountered.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit system for commercial use and a requirement to carry appropriate safety equipment. The use of personal flotation devices (PFDs) is mandatory, and visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the surrounding environment.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a thrilling and challenging adventure for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. It is important to research current streamflow conditions and adhere to regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
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 The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Soda Butte Cr At Park Bndry At Silver Gate | 429 cfs | → |
| Lamar River Nr Tower Falls Ranger Station Ynp | 4,610 cfs | → |
| Boiling River At Mammoth | 25 cfs | → |
| Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp | 495 cfs | → |
| West Rosebud Creek Near Roscoe Mt | 90 cfs | → |
| Tantalus Creek At Norris Junction | 3 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.
Other river runs
- Begins Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road To The Confluence With Lamar River
- Northeast Yellowstone National Park Boundary, Near Cooke City To The Confluence With Lamar River
- The Confluence With Soda Butte Creek To The Confluence With The Yellowstone River
- Begins 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Northern Park Boundary
- Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Ends 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt
Campgrounds
- Upper Slough Creek
- Upper Slough Creek Stock N
- Elk Tongue
- Upper Slough Ck Stock S.
- Bliss Pass Jct
- Slough Creek
Fishing spots
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 The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road 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 The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road
What's the optimal flow for The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road?
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 The Headwaters To Ends Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road.