Utah Whitewater
CALF CREEK
STREAMFLOW: 4 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The Calf Creek section of the Whitewater River run in Utah is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters alike. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 100 and 600 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs in the late spring and early summer months. The class rating for this section is Class III, with some Class IV rapids depending on the water level.
The segment mileage for the Calf Creek section is around 7 miles, with several notable rapids and obstacles, including "Calf Creek Falls," a 25-foot waterfall that requires a portage. Other rapids of note include "Boulder Garden," "Crack in the Wall," and "Suckhole."
There are specific regulations in place for the Calf Creek section, including a permit requirement for overnight camping along the river. Additionally, visitors must adhere to Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash and waste.
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The segment mileage for the Calf Creek section is around 7 miles, with several notable rapids and obstacles, including "Calf Creek Falls," a 25-foot waterfall that requires a portage. Other rapids of note include "Boulder Garden," "Crack in the Wall," and "Suckhole."
There are specific regulations in place for the Calf Creek section, including a permit requirement for overnight camping along the river. Additionally, visitors must adhere to Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash and waste.
Get driving directions.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bowns | 4 | 7,419 ft | |||
| Singletree | 27 | 8,286 ft | |||
| Harris Wash - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,408 ft | |||
| Pleasant Creek | 30 | 8,670 ft | |||
| Durffey Mesa Dispersed - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,832 ft | |||
| Little Spencer Flat Dispersed - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,959 ft | |||
| Hole in the Rock - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,709 ft | |||
| Steep Creek Bench - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,923 ft | |||
| Calf Creek | 14 | 5,324 ft | |||
| Deer Creek- Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | 7 | 5,748 ft |
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