Source To Confluence With East Fork Bear river run
Source To Confluence With East Fork Bear
The run starts at an elevation of 8,000 feet and drops 500 feet over the course of the run. The segment mileage is 7.9 miles and includes several rapids and obstacles, including Pinball, Golf Course, and Big Kahuna. Pinball is a Class III rapid with numerous boulders to avoid. Golf Course is a Class II rapid with a tight turn and a few rocks to avoid. Big Kahuna is a Class III rapid with several large boulders to maneuver around.
As for regulations, the area is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and a permit is required for commercial outfitters. Private boaters are allowed but must follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash. Camping is allowed at designated sites along the river, but fires are only allowed in established fire rings.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a fun and challenging stretch of river that is accessible to both commercial and private boaters. It is important to check the streamflow levels before embarking on the run and to follow all regulations to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
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 Confluence With East Fork Bear -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bear River Near Utah-Wyoming State Line | 451 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Robertson | 308 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Millburne | 389 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork River Ab Moon Lake | 233 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork River Bl Moon Lake Nr Mountain Home | 306 cfs | → |
| East Fork Of Smiths Fork Near Robertson | 145 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
Campgrounds
- Christmas Meadows
- Christmas Meadows Campground
- East Fork Bear River
- Hayden Fork
- Hayden Fork Campground
- Beaver View
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 Confluence With East Fork Bear 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 Confluence With East Fork Bear
What's the optimal flow for Source To Confluence With East Fork Bear?
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 Confluence With East Fork Bear.