Upper Green River river run
Upper Green River
The segment mileage of the Upper Green River run is approximately 10 miles, starting at the Bridge to Bridge put-in and ending at the Little Hole take-out. Along the way, paddlers will encounter a variety of rapids and obstacles, such as the Champagne Rapids, the S-Turn, the Big Kahuna, and the infamous Boat-Eater.
There are specific regulations in place for the Upper Green River, including a required permit for all boaters. Additionally, there are seasonal closures to protect wildlife habitat and nesting areas, so it is important to check with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources before planning a trip.
Overall, the Upper Green River is a challenging and exciting whitewater run for experienced paddlers who are up for the adventure. It is important to check current streamflow levels and be aware of the specific regulations in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
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 Upper Green River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Green River Near Greendale | 1,170 cfs | → |
| Big Brush Creek Abv Red Fleet Res | 21 cfs | → |
| Green River Near Jensen | 3,690 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Near Manila | 7 cfs | → |
| Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut | 4 cfs | → |
| Ashley Creek Near Vernal | 101 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
- Swallow Canyon Road Daggett County
- Swallow Canyon Boat Ramp
- Moffat County
- Little Swallow Overlook Daggett County
- Bridgeport Boat Ramp
- Pond Canal Road Daggett County
Campgrounds
- Swinging Bridge - Browns Wildlife Area
- Rye Grass Campsite
- Big Tree Campsite
- Little Swallow Campsite 2
- Little Swallow Campsite 1
- Island View Campsite
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 Upper Green River 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 Upper Green River
What's the optimal flow for Upper Green River?
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 Upper Green River.