Nine Mile Creek river run
Nine Mile Creek
The class rating for this river ranges from III to IV, making it suitable for intermediate and advanced paddlers. The segment mileage for the Nine Mile Creek is approximately 9 miles, and it features several challenging rapids, including the "Staircase," "The Wall," and "S-Turn." These rapids offer exciting drops, steep chutes, and tight turns that will test the skills of even the most experienced paddlers.
One of the main obstacles on this river is the low water level, which can make navigating the rapids more challenging. Paddlers should be aware of potential hazards, such as rocks, strainers, and undercut banks, and take precautions to ensure their safety.
There are specific regulations for the Nine Mile Creek area that paddlers should be aware of. For example, the use of personal flotation devices (PFDs) is mandatory, and paddlers should always wear helmets. Additionally, the area is only open during certain times of the year, typically from May to September, and there are restrictions on the number of boats and people allowed on the river at any given time.
Overall, the Nine Mile Creek is a challenging and exciting whitewater river run that offers a unique paddling experience. Paddlers should be aware of the ideal streamflow range, class rating, segment mileage, specific river rapids/obstacles, and specific regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Duchesne River At Myton | 63 cfs | → |
| Duchesne R Ab Uinta R Near Randlett | 51 cfs | → |
| Duchesne River Near Randlett | 86 cfs | → |
| Uinta River At Randlett | 31 cfs | → |
| Strawberry River Near Duchesne | 81 cfs | → |
| Price River At Woodside | 10 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.
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 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.