2026-01-23T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Occasional light snow expected. Total snow accumulations of an inch or two. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southeast Montana and north central Wyoming. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slick roads and areas of poor visibility. Hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will fall to 10 below to 25 below zero tonight. Be sure that kids waiting for the school bus Friday morning are dressed appropriately for the bitter cold.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 6,000 and 18,000 cfs. The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 20 miles, starting at Gardiner and ending at the Corwin Springs fishing access site.
The class rating for this river run is Class II-III, which means that it has moderate rapids with some technical sections. Some specific rapids and obstacles to look out for include the Yankee Jim Canyon, which has several Class III rapids, and the Devil's Slide, a series of rocks and boulders that create technical rapids.
There are some specific regulations to the area that visitors should be aware of. Floating the Yellowstone River requires a permit from the National Park Service, and dogs are not allowed on the river. Visitors should also be aware of potential hazards, such as log jams, sweepers, and undercut rocks.
Overall, the Yellowstone River offers a thrilling whitewater river run for experienced kayakers and rafters, with moderate rapids and technical sections. However, visitors should take caution and be aware of the specific regulations and potential hazards in the area.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 21 cfs (3.51 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 6000-18000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06216900 |
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