2025-12-17T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on winter weather driving conditions. Periods of moderate to heavy snowfall, very strong winds, and blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility along US 26 and US 20. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near-blizzard conditions characterized by very strong winds and low visibility are expected with the passage of a strong cold front Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning. Temperatures will fall quickly with the passage of the cold front.
Summary
The river is full of obstacles such as rapids and rocks, making it a Class III-IV rapid difficulty level. The best time to float this section of water is during the summer months when the water flow is around 1,500 to 2,000 cfs. Rafters should be prepared to navigate through rapids such as Big Eddy, Lava Island Falls, and Dillon Falls. Overall, this river run provides an exciting and scenic experience for those looking for a challenging adventure on the water.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 771 cfs (2.84 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 91% |
| Optimal Range | 800-3000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | V- to V+ |
| Elevation | 1,951 ft |
| Run Length | 2.5 Mi |
| Gradient | 43 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 947 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14076500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Big River Campground/Big River Group
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Big River
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Swamp Wells - Horse Camp
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Swamp Wells
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Benham Falls to Dillon Falls
Dillon Falls to Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy)
Big River to Benham Falls
Source To Confluence With Deschutes River
Bend to Tumalo State Park (Riverhouse Run)
Wildflower Park
Hollygrape Park
Skyliners Park
Shevlin Park
Sun Meadow Park