Evacuation Creek is a Class III-IV whitewater river located in Southern Utah. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 300-700 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs in the spring and early summer. This section of the river is approximately 6 miles long, with several rapids and obstacles along the way, including "Double Drop," "Showerhead," and "S-Turn."
This river is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and requires a permit for commercial outfitters. Additionally, there are restrictions on the number of people allowed in a group and the use of motorized boats.
It is important to note that Evacuation Creek is not recommended for beginners or inexperienced paddlers due to its technical rapids and obstacles. It is recommended that paddlers have intermediate to advanced whitewater experience before attempting this river.
Overall, Evacuation Creek provides a challenging and exciting whitewater experience for experienced paddlers within the ideal streamflow range and under the appropriate regulations and restrictions.
Windspeed
Humidity
Last Updated | 2024-09-23 |
River Levels | 2570 cfs (5.33 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 86% |
Status | |
Class Level | iii-iv |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09306500 |