Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River river run
Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River
This river run is rated Class II to III, with some Class IV rapids in higher water conditions. Some of the specific rapids and obstacles include Big Drops, Halls Creek Narrows, and Choprock Canyon. These rapids can be challenging and require experienced paddlers to navigate safely.
There are specific regulations to the area that paddlers must follow, including obtaining the necessary permits and abiding by Leave No Trace principles. Additionally, the National Park Service has implemented a seasonal closure from March 15 through May 31 to protect nesting bald eagles. Paddlers must also pack out all waste and avoid disturbing cultural or natural resources.
Overall, the whitewater river run on the Escalante River offers a thrilling and challenging experience for experienced paddlers. It is important to follow regulations and ensure safety while enjoying this beautiful and rugged river.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Escalante River Near Escalante | 0 cfs | → |
| Pine Creek Near Escalante | 1 cfs | → |
| Dirty Devil R Abv Poison Sp Wash Nr Hanksville | 39 cfs | → |
| Paria River At Lees Ferry | 4 cfs | → |
| Colorado River At Lees Ferry | 8,630 cfs | → |
| San Juan River Near Bluff | 1,110 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- Fence Canyon
- Headwaters To Confluence With Colorado River
- Cow Canyon
- Headwaters At T38s, R9e To Confluence With Fence Canyon Creek
- Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters At T39s, R9e To Confluence With Escalante River?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
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