Nine Mile Creek river run
Nine Mile Creek
Nine Mile Creek is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts in Utah. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 200 and 600 cfs. The class rating for Nine Mile Creek ranges from II to IV, making it suitable for intermediate and advanced paddlers.
The segment mileage of Nine Mile Creek is 9 miles, and it starts at the Nine Mile Canyon Bridge and ends at the Price River. The river is characterized by a series of rapids and obstacles, including Big Horn Rapids, Roller Coaster Rapids, and S-Turn Rapids. These rapids are challenging and require paddlers to have good navigation and maneuvering skills.
It is important to note that there are specific regulations to the area. Paddlers are required to have a permit to access the river, and the number of permits issued per day is limited. Additionally, all paddlers must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) while on the river. There are also restrictions on camping and campfires in 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 Nine Mile Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry River Near Duchesne | 79 cfs | → |
| Duchesne River At Myton | 58 cfs | → |
| Strawberry River At Pinnacles Near Fruitland | 43 cfs | → |
| Desert Seep Wash Near Wellington | 2 cfs | → |
| Duchesne R Ab Uinta R Near Randlett | 42 cfs | → |
| Duchesne River Near Tabiona | 97 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.
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 Nine Mile Creek 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 Nine Mile Creek
What's the optimal flow for Nine Mile Creek?
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 Nine Mile Creek.