2025-12-07T05:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet, except 4 to 8 inches south of Manti. * WHERE...Central Mountains, Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs, and Western Uinta Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all mountain routes with significant impacts to conditions on Soldier Summit. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Mountain snow will begin this tonight and become heavy at times after 6 AM Friday morning. The heaviest period of snow will be Friday evening into Saturday morning, with rates exceeding 1 to 2 inches per hour at times.
Summary
The river features several steep drops, sharp turns, and technical rapids that require advanced maneuvering skills. Some of the specific obstacles on this stretch include the Maze, the Black Hole, and a series of steep drops known as the S-Turns. The best time of year to run this section is in the late spring or early summer when water levels are at their highest. A flow rate of 300-500 cfs is recommended for a safe and enjoyable trip.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 45 cfs (1.92 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 81% |
| Optimal Range | 450-1500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 8,824 ft |
| Run Length | 6.4 Mi |
| Gradient | 67 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 24.5 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 1.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09217900 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Little Lyman Lake Campground
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Little Lyman Lake
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Trail Head Campground
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China Meadows
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China Meadows Campground
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Meeks Cabin Campground
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East Fork of the Blacks Fork
Source To Confluence With Little East Fork
Source To Mouth
West Fork of the Blacks Fork
Wilderness Boundary To Trailhead
Confluence Of West Fork And East Fork To Meeks Cabin Reservoir
China Lake
Red Castle Lake
Marsh Lake
Bridger Lake
Lym Lake