2025-12-26T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow above 4500 feet in western Siskiyou County. Additional snow accumulations between 3 to 6 inches with up to a foot above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph over high and exposed terrain. * WHERE...Above 4500 feet in western Siskiyou County. This also includes the following passes or notable locations... Etna Summit on Sawyers Bar at 5950 ft. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the commute through Friday morning. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Wet, slushy roads could turn icy. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities
Summary
The river run difficulty is rated as class III to IV, and it features several obstacles such as rocks, drops, and powerful currents that require excellent boating skills to navigate safely. The best time to float this section of water is during the late spring and early summer months when the water levels are high, with a recommended CFS of 1500 to 3000. Experienced boaters will find this run to be exhilarating, while novices are advised to seek professional guidance before attempting it.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 3690 cfs (4.74 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 116% |
| Optimal Range | 700-10000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III- to IV |
| Elevation | 1,317 ft |
| Run Length | 60.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 8020 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 7.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11520500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca
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8020cfs |
Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca
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929cfs |
Applegate River Near Copper
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204cfs |
Scott R Nr Fort Jones Ca
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4600cfs |
Star Gulch Near Ruch
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4cfs |
Sucker Cr Bl Lt Grayback Cr Nr Holland
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394cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Fort Goff
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Grider Creek - horse
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Fort Goff Campground
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Grider Creek Campground
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ONeil Creek Campground
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Oak Bottom
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H. Sluice Box River Access
River Runs
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Sluice Box to Green Riffle
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Confluence With Rancheria Creek To Forest Road 46N24X
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Confluence With Fish Creek To Confluence With Rancheria Creek
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Bridge In Sec 19 To Bridge In Sec 25, T16N, R7E
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Bridge In Sec 25 To Confluence With Klamath River
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Headwaters In Marble Mtn. Wilderness To Confluence With Fish Creek