Utah Whitewater
WILLOW PATCH CREEK
STREAMFLOW: 4 CFS
• Class III River Run
Willow Patch Creek is a small tributary of the White River in Utah. The ideal streamflow range for this creek is between 50 and 200 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs in the spring and early summer. The creek is rated as a Class III to IV run, with steep, technical rapids and multiple drops.
The segment mileage for the Willow Patch Creek run is approximately 5 miles, starting at the confluence with the White River and ending at the takeout point at the Willow Patch Campground. Along the way, paddlers will encounter challenging rapids such as "Big Scream," "Little Scream," and "Pinball." The creek also features several waterfalls and drops, including a 25-foot waterfall known as "The Big One."
There are specific regulations in place for Willow Patch Creek, including a limit of 12 people per group and a requirement for all paddlers to wear appropriate safety equipment such as helmets and life jackets. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping along the creek, and all campsites must be reserved in advance through the Bureau of Land Management.
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The segment mileage for the Willow Patch Creek run is approximately 5 miles, starting at the confluence with the White River and ending at the takeout point at the Willow Patch Campground. Along the way, paddlers will encounter challenging rapids such as "Big Scream," "Little Scream," and "Pinball." The creek also features several waterfalls and drops, including a 25-foot waterfall known as "The Big One."
There are specific regulations in place for Willow Patch Creek, including a limit of 12 people per group and a requirement for all paddlers to wear appropriate safety equipment such as helmets and life jackets. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping along the creek, and all campsites must be reserved in advance through the Bureau of Land Management.
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| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 14 cfs (1.76 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 94% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | ESCALANTE RIVER NEAR ESCALANTE, UT |
| Elevation | 5,698 ft. |
| River | Escalante-River |
| Watershed | Escalante |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steep Creek Bench - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,923 ft | |||
| Pleasant Creek | 30 | 8,670 ft | |||
| Hole in the Rock - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,709 ft | |||
| Deer Creek- Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | 7 | 5,748 ft | |||
| Calf Creek | 14 | 5,324 ft | |||
| Singletree | 27 | 8,286 ft | |||
| Little Spencer Flat Dispersed - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,959 ft | |||
| Durffey Mesa Dispersed - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,832 ft | |||
| Harris Wash - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,408 ft |
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