Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell river run
Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell
This run is rated as a Class II-III stretch, with a few Class IV rapids in some areas. Some of the specific rapids and obstacles to look out for include the "Cathedral Rapid," "Hell's Half Mile," and "The Wall." There are also several fun play spots along the way, including "Little Niagara" and "Big Drop 2."
It is important to note that certain regulations apply to this area. Visitors are required to have a permit to enter the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, and all boaters must follow Leave No Trace principles. Additionally, motorized boats are not allowed on this stretch of the river, and there are specific camping regulations in place to protect the surrounding environment.
In summary, the Whitewater River Run is a thrilling Class II-III stretch of the Colorado River, with a few challenging Class IV rapids. The ideal streamflow range is between 2,000 and 20,000 cfs, and visitors must follow specific regulations to protect the environment.
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 Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Juan River Near Bluff | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Dirty Devil R Abv Poison Sp Wash Nr Hanksville | 39 cfs | → |
| Chinle Creek Near Mexican Water | · | → |
| Recapture Creek Near Blanding | · | → |
| Escalante River Near Escalante | 0 cfs | → |
| Pine Creek Near Escalante | 1 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.
Boat launches
- Hall's Crossing Boat Launch
- Bullfrog Road Kane County
- Clay Hills Boat Ramp Site
- Whirlwind Crossing Road San Juan County
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 Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell 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 Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell
What's the optimal flow for Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell?
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
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Lake Powell.