ROYAL GORGE (SODA SPRINGS TO TADPOLE CREEK)
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
Winter Storm Warning
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T04:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Burney Basin / Eastern Shasta County, West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada, and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Slick travel conditions expected, with snow covered roads and chain controls likely. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels 5000 to 6500 feet.
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T04:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Burney Basin / Eastern Shasta County, West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada, and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Slick travel conditions expected, with snow covered roads and chain controls likely. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels 5000 to 6500 feet.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 817 cfs (7.05 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 173% |
| Optimal Range | 750-2000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | V to V+ |
| Elevation | 5,493 ft |
| Run Length | 25.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 438 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 6.4 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
Truckee R A Boca Bridge Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10344505 |
The Truckee River's Royal Gorge Soda Springs to Tadpole Creek river run in California is a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers. The river features Class III-IV rapids, including the notorious Toilet Bowl, which requires precise maneuvering skills. The best time to float this section is during the spring runoff season, from May to June, with recommended flows of 800-1,200 cfs. Other obstacles to watch out for include S-Bends and the infamous Jaws, a series of class IV-V drops that require expert kayaking skills. This river run is not recommended for beginners or inexperienced paddlers.
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