Utah Whitewater
EAST FORK BOULDER CREEK
STREAMFLOW: 46 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The East Fork of Boulder Creek is a popular whitewater river run in Utah. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 100 and 500 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the best season being from late May to early July. The class rating for this river is Class III-IV, offering intermediate and advanced paddlers an exciting challenge.
The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 7 miles, starting at the East Fork Trailhead and ending at the Boulder Creek confluence. The river rapids and obstacles on this run include the Entrance, Rock Garden, and Leap of Faith rapids, as well as multiple boulder gardens and drop-offs.
Specific regulations to the area include obtaining a permit from the US Forest Service, as well as adhering to Leave No Trace principles to minimize human impact on the surrounding environment. Additionally, it is important to note that the East Fork of Boulder Creek is located on private property, so respect for landowners is crucial.
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The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 7 miles, starting at the East Fork Trailhead and ending at the Boulder Creek confluence. The river rapids and obstacles on this run include the Entrance, Rock Garden, and Leap of Faith rapids, as well as multiple boulder gardens and drop-offs.
Specific regulations to the area include obtaining a permit from the US Forest Service, as well as adhering to Leave No Trace principles to minimize human impact on the surrounding environment. Additionally, it is important to note that the East Fork of Boulder Creek is located on private property, so respect for landowners is crucial.
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| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 56 cfs (4.09 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 69% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | FREMONT RIVER NEAR BICKNELL, UT |
| Elevation | 6,901 ft. |
| River | Fremont-River |
| Watershed | Escalante |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhorn | 6 | 9,809 ft | |||
| Deer Creek- Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | 7 | 5,748 ft | |||
| Cathedral Valley - Capitol Reef National Park | 6 | 6,923 ft | |||
| Little Spencer Flat Dispersed - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,959 ft | |||
| Calf Creek | 14 | 5,324 ft | |||
| Sunglow | 5 | 7,252 ft | |||
| Singletree | 27 | 8,286 ft | |||
| Durffey Mesa Dispersed - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,832 ft | |||
| Pleasant Creek | 30 | 8,670 ft | |||
| Steep Creek Bench - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,923 ft | |||
| Hole in the Rock - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | Numerous | 5,709 ft |
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