Paddle Report

T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River river run

New-Mexico, USA Tularosa River Class III-IV
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400cfs
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800cfs
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T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River -- New-Mexico paddle run
T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River New-Mexico · Tularosa River
About this run

T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River

The Whitewater River Run in New Mexico is a popular destination for kayaking, canoeing, and rafting. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 400-800 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for this section of the river is class III-IV, which means it is recommended for experienced paddlers.

The segment mileage of this run is approximately 6 miles, starting at T4S, R15W, Section 20 and ending at the confluence with San Francisco River. Some specific river rapids and obstacles include "The Chute," a narrow and steep drop, and "The Box," a long and technical rapid.

There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a limit of 25 people per group and a requirement for personal flotation devices for all participants. Additionally, all vehicles must have a permit to enter the area and camping is only allowed in designated areas.

StateNew-Mexico
RiverTularosa River
ClassIII-IV
Elevation5,823 ft
Optimal range400 — 800 cfs
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StreamgageUSGS 09442680
Latitude33.9082°
Longitude-108.4213°
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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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.

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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 T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River -- 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 T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River 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 T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River

What's the optimal flow for T4s, R15w, Section 20 To Confluence With San Francisco River?

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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Favorites and custom alerts are part of Snoflo Premium. Save runs, set discharge thresholds, and get push notifications when flows hit your window.

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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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