La Verkin Creek river run
La Verkin Creek
There are several notable rapids and obstacles along the La Verkin Creek, including Hurricane Falls, Double Drop, and the Pinball Rapids. Hurricane Falls is a Class IV rapid with a steep drop and a hydraulic at the bottom, while Double Drop is a Class III rapid with two consecutive drops. The Pinball Rapids consist of several large boulders in the river that create a challenging obstacle course for boaters.
In terms of regulations, the La Verkin Creek is located within the Zion National Park, and all boaters are required to obtain a backcountry permit before embarking on the river run. Additionally, there are strict regulations regarding camping, as camping is only allowed at designated backcountry campsites. Overall, the La Verkin Creek offers a thrilling whitewater experience for experienced boaters during the ideal streamflow range, but caution should always be exercised due to the challenging rapids and obstacles.
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 La Verkin Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Creek Near Leeds | 5 cfs | → |
| Virgin River Ab La Verkin Creek Nr La Verkin | 55 cfs | → |
| Virgin River At Virgin | 71 cfs | → |
| Virgin River Ab Quail Creek Near Hurricane | 60 cfs | → |
| Virgin River Near Hurricane | 72 cfs | → |
| Santa Clara River Near Pine Valley | 7 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.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Blm Dispersed Camping
- Camping Spot
- Blm Campground
- Campsite 3
- Oak Grove Road Campsite
- Sand Cove Primitive Camping Area
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 La Verkin 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 La Verkin Creek
What's the optimal flow for La Verkin 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 La Verkin Creek.