Range Creek river run
Range Creek
The Range Creek is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Utah. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 300-600 cfs. The Class rating for this river ranges from II-III, which makes it ideal for intermediate level boaters. The segment mileage for this river is approximately 8 miles, which makes it an appropriate one-day trip. The river rapids and obstacles include Rock Garden, Pinball, and Squeeze Play, among others. These rapids are mostly Class II, which are not too technical, but still require some level of skill and experience.
There are specific regulations to the area that boaters and visitors must adhere to. One of the regulations is that all boaters must wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times while on the river. Additionally, visitors are not allowed to camp overnight at the river banks. They must find alternative camping sites in the nearby areas. Finally, visitors must adhere to Leave No Trace principles, which require them to pack out all of their trash and waste.
In conclusion, the Range Creek is an ideal whitewater river run for intermediate level boaters. The river rapids and obstacles are not too technical, but still require some level of skill and experience. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 300-600 cfs. There are also specific regulations to the area that boaters and visitors must adhere to in order to preserve the natural beauty of the river and surrounding areas.
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 Range Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Price River At Woodside | 18 cfs | → |
| Green River At Green River | 3,470 cfs | → |
| Desert Seep Wash Near Wellington | 2 cfs | → |
| San Rafael River Near Green River | 23 cfs | → |
| San Rafael River At Mouth Near Green River | 0 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Cisco | 4,110 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
- Nefertiti Rapid Recreation Site
- Price River Put In
- Hastings Road Grand County
- Swasey Rapid Boat Ramp Site
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 Range 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 Range Creek
What's the optimal flow for Range 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 Range Creek.