Winter Storm Watch
2026-04-02T17:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 11 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...From late Tuesday night through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Periods of moderate and heavy snow will combine with low visibilities to create difficult driving conditions.


Benham Falls To Dillon Falls Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Benham Falls to Dillon Falls river run on the Deschutes River in Oregon is a thrilling and challenging adventure for experienced rafters.


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.



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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 1070 cfs
Gauge Height 3.5 ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 14076500
       

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