Source To Mouth river run
Source To Mouth
The segment mileage of the Whitewater River Run is approximately 83 miles, starting from Slickrock Canyon and ending at the confluence with the Colorado River. The river features exciting rapids such as Snaggletooth and Stateline, as well as scenic sections like the red rock walls of Professor Valley.
Regulations in the area include the use of life jackets for all boaters, a fire ban in certain sections, and a requirement to pack out all trash. Permits may also be required for overnight trips, depending on the section of the river.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run offers a thrilling and scenic rafting experience for those seeking a challenge in the beautiful landscape of Utah.
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 Source To Mouth -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bear River Near Utah-Wyoming State Line | 681 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Robertson | 375 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Millburne | 297 cfs | → |
| Weber River Near Oakley | 694 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork River Ab Moon Lake | 316 cfs | → |
| East Fork Of Smiths Fork Near Robertson | 76 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
- Stillwater Camp - East Fork
- Wilderness Boundary To Mouth
- Source To Confluence With East Fork Bear
- Source To Wilderness Boundary
- Mp 51.5 To Chalk Creek Bridge
Campgrounds
- Hayden Fork Campground
- Hayden Fork
- Bear River Campground
- Bear River
- East Fork Bear River Campground
- Beaver View Campground
Fishing spots
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 Source To Mouth 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 Source To Mouth
What's the optimal flow for Source To Mouth?
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 Source To Mouth.