Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 100 and 300 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for this run is mostly Class II, with some Class III sections.
The segment mileage for this run is approximately 8.5 miles. The specific river rapids and obstacles on this run include the Little Arsenic Rapid, which is a Class III rapid that requires careful maneuvering, as well as the Big Arsenic Rapid and the Smelter Rapid.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a requirement for all boaters to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of alcohol on the river and a prohibition on littering.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-04 |
| River Levels | 1 cfs (6.08 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 14% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 08387600 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Eagle Creek Lakes
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Oak Grove
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Skyline Campground
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Skyline
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Monjeau Lookout
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Monjeau
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