2025-12-07T05:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet, except 4 to 8 inches south of Manti. * WHERE...Central Mountains, Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs, and Western Uinta Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all mountain routes with significant impacts to conditions on Soldier Summit. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Mountain snow will begin this tonight and become heavy at times after 6 AM Friday morning. The heaviest period of snow will be Friday evening into Saturday morning, with rates exceeding 1 to 2 inches per hour at times.
Summary
Some of the key obstacles to navigate include Widowmaker, The S-Turn, and The Narrows. The best time of year to float this section is typically in the spring when water levels are higher, with recommended flows ranging from 400 to 750 cfs. This run is not recommended for beginners and requires experienced whitewater paddlers with strong skills and equipment. Overall, the upper Slate Gorge is a thrilling and technical river run for those seeking a serious challenge.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 239 cfs (3.31 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 173% |
| Optimal Range | 600-3000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | IV |
| Elevation | 6,977 ft |
| Run Length | 2.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 180 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 38.8 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.4 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 10154200 |
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Washington Lake Campground
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Lilly Lake Campground
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Washington Lake
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Lilly Lake
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Trial Lake
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Cobblerest Campground
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Upper Slate Gorge
Upper Provo Falls
Source To Mouth
Source To Holiday Park
Trial Lake To U35 Bridge
Washington Lake
Teapot Lake
Lilly Lake
Trial Lake
Marjorie Lake