2026-01-08T10:00:00-08:00
Two fronts will bring impactful winter weather to the area. The first overnight, and the second Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning. Snow levels of 4500 feet will fall to 3500 feet overnight. Then, snow levels begin at 3000 feet Wednesday afternoon before falling as low as 1500 feet on Thursday morning, with significant snow for west side areas and northern Klamath County at elevations above 2000 feet. * WHAT...Moderate snow expected above 2000 ft in Jackson County. Total snow accumulations up to 6 inches. Snow levels will begin the event at around 3000 feet then fall to 2000 feet during Wednesday evening, and continue falling to around 1500 feet as snow tapers off on Thursday morning. Snow will be heaviest during Wednesday evening until around 2 AM PST Thursday. * WHERE...Above 2000 ft in Jackson County Including the locations of...Butte Falls, Prospect, and portions of highways 227 and 62. This also includes the following passes or notable locations... Jacksonville Hill on State Highway 238 at 2150 ft. * WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be difficult and delays in your commute. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Portions of Ashland, east Medford, and Rogue River are expected to receive up to an inch of snow.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 500 and 1,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). This range provides a good balance of challenging rapids and navigable stretches.
The Left Fork Foots Creek is rated as a Class III-IV river, offering intermediate to advanced level challenges for kayakers and rafters. The segment mileage of the river run is approximately 6.5 miles, starting at 3,200 feet elevation and descending to 2,600 feet.
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles in this river run include the Class III+ Drop, Class IV Rapid, and Class III+ Rockpile. The Drop features a steep and narrow chute, while the Rapid is a long and technical section with multiple smaller drops. The Rockpile is a technical rapid with multiple channels that require precise maneuvering.
To ensure the safety and preservation of the river ecosystem, there are specific regulations in place for the Left Fork Foots Creek. These include a permit requirement for commercial use, a carry-in and carry-out policy for all trash and equipment, and a prohibition of camping and fires within 500 feet of the river.
Overall, the Left Fork Foots Creek in Oregon offers a challenging and exciting whitewater river run with specific streamflow ranges, class ratings, segment mileage, rapids and obstacles, and regulations to ensure safety and preservation.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 26 cfs (2.61 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 75% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14357500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Applegate River Near Applegate
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575cfs |
Rogue River At Raygold Near Central Point
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4270cfs |
Bear Creek At Medford
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144cfs |
Star Gulch Near Ruch
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8cfs |
Rogue River At Grants Pass
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5360cfs |
Applegate River Near Wilderville
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1030cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Valley of the Rogue State Park
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DrifTers
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Gold Hill KOA
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Cantrell Buckley Park
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Chinook winds rv
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Rogue river campground
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Valley of the Rogue State Park
Left Fork Foots Creek
Gold Ray Dam to Grants Pass
Valley of the Rogue State Park
Gold Hill City Park
Gold Hill Recreational Park
Menteer Park
Cantrall Buckley Park