2026-02-18T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 and 18 inches across much of the southern mountains with 1 to 2 feet near the Tushar and Pine Valley ranges. Locally up 3 feet near Brian Head. * WHERE...Southern Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between roughly 10 PM to 8 AM, with snowfall rates 1 to 2 inches per hour possible at times, except likely exceeding 2 inches per hour in the Brian Head area Wednesday morning. Showery conditions will persist through the remainder of the day.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 500 and 1000 cfs. The class rating for the Crystal Creek run is class III-IV, with some sections reaching class V difficulty.
The segment mileage for this run is approximately 4.5 miles, featuring a number of challenging rapids and obstacles. Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on this run include the Entrance Exam, Skull, and Scream Machine. These rapids offer a mix of technical maneuvering and high-speed thrills for experienced paddlers.
Specific regulations for the Crystal Creek section of the Whitewater River include a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of launches per day. Additionally, visitors are required to follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash and waste.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 184 cfs (8.35 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 50% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09405500 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
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Ringtail
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Lava Point - Zion National Park
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Lava Point Campgound
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Boulder Camp
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Lava Point Site 2
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Lava Point Site 1
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