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Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River river run

Oregon, USA Muir Creek Class III-V
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Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River -- Oregon paddle run
Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River Oregon · Muir Creek
About this run

Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River

The Rogue River in Oregon is a popular whitewater destination, with the section from the wilderness boundary to the confluence with the North Fork Rogue River being particularly exciting. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 1,500 and 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), although experienced kayakers may enjoy higher flows. The class rating for this section is mostly class III and IV rapids, with some class V rapids in high water. The segment mileage is approximately 34 miles.

Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on this section include Rainie Falls, a class V rapid with a tricky line and a large hydraulic at the bottom, Blossom Bar, a class IV rapid with a narrow chute and a large hole at the bottom, and Upper and Lower Black Bar Falls, two class IV drops that can be portaged if necessary.

There are several regulations to be aware of when planning a trip on the Rogue River. Permits are required for all overnight trips, and campsites must be reserved in advance. Fires are not allowed except in designated fire rings, and all waste must be packed out. Additionally, there are fishing restrictions in certain areas to protect native fish populations.

StateOregon
RiverMuir Creek
ClassIII-V
Elevation3,052 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal53%
StreamgageUSGS 14315950
Latitude43.0479°
Longitude-122.3506°
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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Deep dive

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.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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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 Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue 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 Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue 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 Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River

What's the optimal flow for Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue 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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