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Paddle briefing · Sep 30, 2026

Oregon river runs today

What’s in range, the best bets by class and what’s running high — from live USGS gauges.

41 of 160 Oregon runs are in their runnable range right now, 109 are too low and 3 are running high. 7 more have no live reading.

Best bets in range today — Class V: Confluence With Breezy Creek To Confluence With West Fork… (1,350 cfs) and Quines Creek (54 cfs); Class IV: Battle Axe Creek To Willamette Nf Boundary (1,520 cfs) and Rock Creek Complex (Klickitat County) (4,290 cfs); Class III: North Santiam River (1,630 cfs) and Deschutes Nf Boundary To Paulina Lake (181 cfs).

Running high: North Fork Clackamas River at 604 cfs (range tops out near 500). Scout before you commit.
Oregon is a whitewater enthusiast's paradise, offering a variety of thrilling river runs for kayakers and rafters of all skill levels. One popular destination is the Rogue River, known for its stunning scenery and exciting rapids. The "Nugget Falls" section is a favorite among paddlers, featuring class III-IV rapids and breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. Recommended streamflow levels for the Rogue River range from 2,000-8,000 cubic feet per second for optimal conditions.

For those seeking a more challenging adventure, the North Umpqua River is a must-visit spot. The "Boulder Flats" section boasts class IV-V rapids, providing an adrenaline-packed experience for experienced paddlers. With streamflow levels between 800-1,500 cubic feet per second, this river offers a thrilling ride through steep canyons and rocky terrain. As with any whitewater excursion, safety is paramount. Be sure to always wear a life jacket, helmet, and proper gear, and consider taking a guided trip if you're unfamiliar with the river. Happy paddling!

Oregon paddle report

160 runs
River run Streamflow Status Runnable range Class
Headwaters At 4800 Ft Contour Line To Boundary Of The Cave/Underground River Styx. 20 cfs Too low 134–656 cfstypical ·
Headwaters To Forest Road 960 20 cfs Too low 134–656 cfstypical III-IV
Headwaters At Hard Creek Lake To Payette Nf Boundary · No reading 7,000–80,000 cfs ·
Headwaters To Confluence With Vance Creek At Payette Nf Boundary · No reading 7,000–80,000 cfs III-V
Springs Sec 30, T21s, R8e To Wickiup Reservoir 89 cfs Too high 57–60 cfstypical II
Deschutes Nf Boundary To Paulina Lake 181 cfs Runnable 53–784 cfstypical II-III
Mt. Hood Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Sandy River 215 cfs Too low 700–2,000 cfs III-IV
Confluence With Echo Creek To Hills Creek Reservoir 461 cfs Runnable 162–1,756 cfstypical III-IV
Lower Timpanogas Lake To Confluence With Echo Creek 301 cfs Too high 17–178 cfstypical ·
Headwaters To North Section Line Of Sec 17, T4s, R5e 0 cfs Too low 650–5,000 cfs IV-IV
North Section Line Of Sec 17, T4s, R5e To Slackwater North Fork Reservoir 0 cfs Too low 650–5,000 cfs III-IV
Rm 15 To Rm 26 (Above Confluence Of Limestone Creek) 84 cfs Too low 795–1,796 cfstypical III-III+
Rm 26 To Rm 32 Confluence With Wsr 84 cfs Too low 795–1,796 cfstypical II-IV
Rm 7 To Rm 15 (Town Of Beaver) 84 cfs Too low 795–1,796 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence With Sampson Creek To Downstream Crossing Of Western Siuslaw Nf Boundary 88 cfs Too low 4,000–10,000 cfs III-IV
Headwaters To Three Sisters Wilderness Boundary 181 cfs Too low 600–12,000 cfs III-IV
Three Sisters Wilderness Boundary To Cougar Reservoir 181 cfs Too low 600–12,000 cfs III-IV
Below Cougar Dam To Confluence With Mckenzie River 237 cfs Too low 600–12,000 cfs II-IV
Russel Lake To Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary 295 cfs Too low 400–2,500 cfs III-IV
Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Breitenbush River 104 cfs Too low 400–2,500 cfs ·
Breitenbush Lake To Confluence With North Fork Breitenbush River 23 cfs Too low 400–2,500 cfs III
Upstream Crossing Of Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To Confluence With Sampson Creek 88 cfs Too low 4,000–10,000 cfs III
Head Of Tide To Confluence Of North And South Forks 80 cfs Too low 866–3,574 cfstypical III
Confluence Of Lake Creek To Launch Site At Wildcat Creek 139 cfs Too low 642–5,363 cfstypical ·
Headwaters To Boulder Creek Wilderness Boundary 4 cfs Too low 33–461 cfstypical IV-V
Little Falls To Confluence With North Umpqua River 25 cfs Too low 227–3,156 cfstypical III-IV
Eagle Cap Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Eagle Crek 54 cfs Too low 158–767 cfstypical III-IV
Headwaters To Confluence With Van Patten Creek 54 cfs Too low 158–767 cfstypical III-III+
Confluence With North Fork Breitenbush River To Detroit Reservoir 104 cfs Too low 400–2,500 cfs III+
Opal Lake To Confluence With Battle Axe Creek 104 cfs Too low 1,100–4,000 cfs III-IV
Battle Axe Creek To Willamette Nf Boundary 1,520 cfs Runnable 400–3,000 cfs III-IV
Headwaters To Mt Jefferson Wilderness Boundary 119 cfs Too low 800–3,200 cfs II-IV
Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Boundary To Highway 22 119 cfs Too low 800–3,200 cfs III-IV
Highway 22 To Confluence With Rainbow Creek 295 cfs Too low 800–3,200 cfs III-V
Confluence Of Siwash Creek To Little Falls 25 cfs Too low 227–3,156 cfstypical III-IV
Headwaters Of East Fork Steamboat Creek To Confluence With Siwash Creek 25 cfs Too low 227–3,156 cfstypical III-IV
East Section Line Of Ne1/4se1/4 Of Sec 16, T21s, R10w To Confluence With Smith River 139 cfs Too low 642–5,363 cfstypical ·
Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To East Section Line Of Ne1/4se1/4 Of Sec 16, T21s, R10w 139 cfs Too low 642–5,363 cfstypical ·
Headwaters (Just North Of Confluence Of Mf Five Points Creek) To Wallowa Whitman Nf Boundary 54 cfs Too low 158–767 cfstypical III
Little Lava Lake To Crane Prairie Reservoir 181 cfs Too low 462–1,360 cfstypical III+
Crooked River National Grassland Boundary To Confluence With Deschutes River 582 cfs Too low 900–2,500 cfs II-IV
Source To Confluence With Deschutes River 181 cfs Runnable 53–784 cfstypical III-IV
Source To Confluence With Metolius River 1,200 cfs Too low 1,354–1,939 cfstypical III-IV
Headwaters Of Sevenmile Creek To Confluence With Latiwi Creek 3 cfs Too low 51–184 cfstypical III-IV
Headwaters To Confluence With Unnamed Creek West Of Bruler Creek 5 cfs Too low 81–264 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence With Unnamed Creek West Of Bruler To Willamette Nf Boundary 23 cfs Too low 537–1,374 cfstypical III-IV
Middle Santiam Wilderness Boundary To Willamette Nf Boundary 23 cfs Too low 800–3,200 cfs III-IV
Sevenmile Creek To Willamette Nf Boundary 44 cfs Too low 415–2,195 cfstypical III-IV
Timothy Lake Dam To Slackwater Of Harriet Lake 293 cfs Runnable 250–500 cfs III-IV
Rogue Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River 27 cfs Too low 59–425 cfstypical III-V
Headwaters To Sw1/4 Of Sec 1, T33s, R4e 34 cfs Too low 1,000–3,000 cfs ·
Sw1/4 Of Sec 1, T33s, R4e To Rogue River Nf Boundary 34 cfs Too low 1,000–3,000 cfs ·
Confluence Of North And South Forks Rough And Ready To Middle Of Sec 15, T40s, R9w 20 cfs Too low 106–816 cfstypical III-IV
Middle Of Sec 15, T40s, R4e To Siskyou Nf Boundary (East Section Line Of Sec 13, T40s, R4e) 20 cfs Too low 106–816 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence With Lightening Gulch To Confluence With Josephine Creek 35 cfs Too low 500–3,500 cfs III+
Middle Of Sec 15, T39s, R4e To Confluence With Canyon Creek 35 cfs Too low 500–3,500 cfs III-IV
Headwaters To Middle Of Sec 15, T39s, R4e 35 cfs Too low 500–3,500 cfs III-IV
Headwaters Including Both Unnamed Forks And Rr Lakes To Confluence With Rough And Ready Creek 20 cfs Too low 106–816 cfstypical IV-V
Falls (Nw1/4 Of Sec 15, T36s, R9w) To Confluence With Silver Creek 1,100 cfs Runnable 1,000–3,000 cfs ·
Little Silver Lake To Confluence With Silver Creek 113 cfs Too low 152–2,074 cfstypical III-IV
Landslide (Se1/4 Of Sec 33, T35s, R10w) To Confluence With West Indigo Creek 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,200–30,000 cfs ·
Falls (Sw1/4 Of Sec 24, T35s, R10w) To Confluence With Silver Creek 113 cfs Too low 152–2,074 cfstypical ·
Confluence With Breezy Creek To Confluence With West Fork Indigo Creek 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,200–30,000 cfs IV-V
Confluence With Chief Creek To Confluence With Breezy Creek 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,200–30,000 cfs III-IV
West Indigo Lake (Sw1/4 Of Sec 26, T34s, R7w) To Confluence With East Fork Indigo 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,200–30,000 cfs ·
Silver Falls (Ne1/4 Of Sec 5, T36s, R9w) To Confluence With Illinois River · No reading 3,006–6,924 cfstypical ·
Confluence Of East And West Forks Indigo Creek To Confluence With Illinois River · No reading 3,006–6,924 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence With Jump Creek To East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19s, R10w 139 cfs Too low 642–5,363 cfstypical IV
East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19s, R10w To South Section Line Of Sec 32, T19s, R10w 139 cfs Too low 642–5,363 cfstypical III-IV
Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To Confluence With Jump Creek 139 cfs Too low 642–5,363 cfstypical IV+
Confluence With Sucker Creek To Confluence With South Fork Coquille River 19 cfs Too low 1,000–3,000 cfs III-IV
Headwaters To Confluence With Johnson Creek 19 cfs Too low 1,000–3,000 cfs III-IV
Coquille River Rna Boundary (Western) To Siskiyou Nf Boundary (North Section Line Sec 6, T32s, R11w 19 cfs Too low 400–1,500 cfs III-IV
Coquille River Falls (Eastern Boundary) To Coquille River Falls (Western Boundary) 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,000–3,000 cfs III-IV
Headwaters To Rogue Umpqua Wilderness Boundary 27 cfs Too low 59–425 cfstypical III
Clay Creek Campground To Siuslaw Falls 17 cfs Too low 72–658 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence Of North And South Forks To Headwaters Of South Fork 165 cfs Runnable 47–690 cfstypical III-IV
Wildcat Creek Launch Site To Clay Creek Campground 17 cfs Too low 72–658 cfstypical III-IV
Siuslaw Falls To Confluence Of North And South Forks 165 cfs Runnable 47–690 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence Of North And South Forks To Headwaters Of North Fork 165 cfs Runnable 47–690 cfstypical III-IV
Confluence Clear And Coe Creeks To Mt. Hood Nf Boundary 34 cfs Too low 315–733 cfstypical IV-V
West Section Line Of Sec 31, T12s, R6e To Middle Santiam Wilderness Boundary 5 cfs Too low 800–3,200 cfs ·
Headwaters To Blue River Reservoir 5 cfs Too low 14–24 cfstypical III-IV
Headwaters And Perennial Tributaries To West Section Line Of Sec 31, T40s, R10w 81 cfs Too low 703–9,432 cfstypical II-IV
West Section Line Of Sec 31, T40s, R10w To Confluence With North Fork Smith River 81 cfs Too low 703–9,432 cfstypical III-IV
Rm 47 To Rm 52 (Upper End Of Nestucca River) 2 cfs Too low 17–34 cfstypical III-IV
County Boudary (Confluence With Wsr) To Rm 47 (Lower End Mcguire Reservoir) 2 cfs Too low 17–34 cfstypical III-IV
Mccoy Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical III
South Umpqua 79 cfs Too low 1,000–4,000 cfs III-IV
Sixes River 19 cfs Too low 400–1,500 cfs III-IV
South Fork Gate Creek 1,800 cfs Runnable 600–12,000 cfs III-IV
Willow Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical III+
Quines Creek 54 cfs Runnable 18–232 cfstypical IV-V
Big Butte Creek (Incl South Fork Big Butte Creek) 1,150 cfs Runnable 641–5,241 cfstypical III-IV
Trask River 86 cfs Too low 836–1,658 cfstypical III-IV
Cheney Creek 113 cfs Too low 152–2,074 cfstypical III-IV
Mud Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical III-IV
North Fork Gate Creek 1,800 cfs Runnable 600–12,000 cfs III-IV
Alsea River 1 cfs Too low 10–65 cfstypical III-IV
Tualatin River 148 cfs Too low 299–743 cfstypical II
South Fork Little Butte Creek 1,190 cfs Runnable 187–2,811 cfstypical III-IV
Rock Creek Complex (Klickitat County) 4,290 cfs Runnable 3,000–8,000 cfs III-IV
Willamette River 4,020 cfs Runnable 3,820–24,435 cfstypical ·
Middle Santiam River 23 cfs Too low 800–3,200 cfs III
Big Alvord Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical IV-V
North Santiam River 1,630 cfs Runnable 1,000–2,000 cfs III
Nehalem River 134 cfs Too low 1,951–5,128 cfstypical II-III
Little Applegate River 2 cfs Runnable 2–27 cfstypical III-IV
Kilches River 134 cfs Too low 1,500–5,000 cfs III-IV
Riffle Creek 6 cfs Too low 108–1,854 cfstypical III-IV
Dry Cr M15 101 cfs Runnable 41–1,059 cfstypical II-III
Lake Creek 1 cfs Too low 10–65 cfstypical IV-IV
Middle Fork Malheur (Including Bluebucket Creek) 24 cfs Too low 32–56 cfstypical III-IV
South Yamhill River 84 cfs Too low 795–1,796 cfstypical III/IV
Little Cottonwood Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical ·
Clackamas River 655 cfs Runnable 650–5,000 cfs III-IV
Fall Creek Eugene 4 cfs Too low 38–655 cfstypical III-IV
Drift Creek 80 cfs Too low 866–3,574 cfstypical III
South Fork Coquille River 19 cfs Too low 400–1,500 cfs III-IV
Siletz River 88 cfs Too low 1,000–4,500 cfs II-III
North Fork Clackamas River 604 cfs Too high 250–500 cfs III-IV
Luckiamute River 58 cfs Too low 446–1,801 cfstypical II-III
Little Luckiamute River 88 cfs Too low 1,000–4,500 cfs III-II
Elk Valley Creek 6 cfs Too low 108–1,854 cfstypical III-IV
Fall Creek Salem 80 cfs Too low 866–3,574 cfstypical III-IV
South Fork Trask River 2 cfs Too low 17–34 cfstypical III
Home Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical ·
Pike Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical III-IV
Left Fork Foots Creek 20 cfs Too low 23–294 cfstypical III-IV
Mckenzie River Seg B 1,820 cfs Runnable 900–2,000 cfs III-IV
Applegate River 124 cfs Too low 300–2,500 cfs III-IV
Yaquina River 88 cfs Too low 1,000–4,500 cfs III-IV
Siuslaw River Seg C 17 cfs Too low 72–658 cfstypical III-IV
Nelson Creek 1 cfs Too low 10–65 cfstypical III-IV
Mckenzie River Seg A 1,800 cfs Runnable 600–12,000 cfs III-IV
South Fork Coos River 1 cfs Too low 13–35 cfstypical III-IV
Threemile Creek 30 cfs Runnable 25–320 cfstypical III-IV
Sams Creek 1,150 cfs Runnable 641–5,241 cfstypical IV
Wilson River · No reading 600–7,000 cfs III-IV
North Fork Trask River 78 cfs Too low 600–7,000 cfs III-IV
Nestucca River Seg B 84 cfs Too low 795–1,796 cfstypical III-IV
Siuslaw River Seg B 17 cfs Too low 72–658 cfstypical III-IV
Antelope Creek 20 cfs Too low 23–294 cfstypical III-IV
Joseph Creek 553 cfs Too low 1,200–13,000 cfs III-IV
Carter Cr Sf 101 cfs Runnable 41–1,059 cfstypical III-IV
Grande Ronde River (Lower) 553 cfs Too low 1,200–13,000 cfs III+
Sandy River 215 cfs Too low 300–900 cfs V-IV
West Fork Illinois River 81 cfs Too low 703–9,432 cfstypical III-IV
North Fork Siletz River 88 cfs Too low 4,000–10,000 cfs III-IV
Rogue River 683 cfs Too low 1,000–3,000 cfs III-IV
Howard Creek Seg A 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,200–30,000 cfs III-IV
North Fork John Day River 65 cfs Too low 1,233–5,579 cfstypical ·
Little North Santiam River 1,520 cfs Runnable 1,000–9,000 cfs III-IV
Hard Creek · No reading 7,000–80,000 cfs III-IV
Hazard Creek · No reading 500–3,000 cfs III-IV
Lobster Creek 1 cfs Too low 10–65 cfstypical III-II
Cow Creek 54 cfs Runnable 18–232 cfstypical III-IV
Howard Creek Seg B 1,350 cfs Runnable 1,200–30,000 cfs III-IV
Molalla River Seg B 0 cfs Too low 1,000–4,000 cfs III-IV
Umpqua River 736 cfs Too low 1,000–4,000 cfs II-IV
River runs FAQ

About Oregon river runs

What does whitewater class mean?

The international whitewater scale (Class I–VI) rates a river's difficulty. I is moving water with riffles. II is straightforward rapids with clear channels. III requires complex maneuvers in fast water. IV is intense, powerful but predictable rapids requiring decisive boat handling. V is extremely long, obstructed, or violent rapids with significant hazard. VI is considered impossible to run.

Where does the Oregon streamflow data come from?

USGS streamgauges. Each Oregon paddle run is keyed to a specific gauge that paddlers and outfitters have agreed represents flow on that section. Gauges report every 15 minutes; we re-pull throughout the day.

What's a runnable level?

Run-specific. A creek that's classic at 200 cfs might be too low at 100 and dangerously flooded at 1,000. Always cross-reference with a guidebook or a Oregon paddling club for the run's accepted gauge ranges before launching.

Can I get an alert when a run hits prime flow?

Yes. Save any paddle run as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app, set a flow window (e.g. "alert me between 800 and 1,500 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses into range. Free with a Snoflo account.

Is this a substitute for local guidebooks and trip leaders?

No. Snoflo is informational. Always carry appropriate skills, gear, and a sober assessment of the day's flow. For high-consequence runs (Class IV+), paddle with people who know the run and never solo. American Whitewater is the authoritative source for U.S. river information.

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