2026-03-04T22:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Snow expected Above 4500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Summary
The best time of year to float this section of water is from late May to early September, with recommended flows of 1,000 to 2,500 CFS. The river features several obstacles, including Dillon Falls, Lava Island Falls, and Big Eddy Rapids, which require skill and experience to navigate. Overall, this river run offers a thrilling and challenging experience for experienced kayakers and rafters.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 512 cfs (2.05 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 91% |
| Optimal Range | 800-3000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III to V |
| Elevation | 1,951 ft |
| Run Length | 12.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 811 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.0 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14076500 |
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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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Dillon Falls to Mount Bachelor Village (Big Eddy)
Benham Falls to Dillon Falls
Bend to Tumalo State Park (Riverhouse Run)
Big River to Benham Falls
Wildflower Park
Hollygrape Park
Skyliners Park
Shevlin Park
Blakely Park