2026-04-03T09:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Snow expected initially above 8000ft, dropping below valley floors following a cold front. Snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches across northern UT mountains, with amounts in excess of 18 inches in the Upper Cottonwoods. * WHERE...The Wasatch Mountains, and Western Uinta Mountains. * WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 9 AM MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will start off around 8000 feet before dropping below valley floors as a cold front progresses across northern UT through the early afternoon Thursday. Snowfall rates are forecast to be heaviest in the early hours just ahead of and along the cold front. Snowfall rates will then gradually taper off Thursday afternoon into Friday morning.
Summary
The river run difficulty is class III-IV, with some technical rapids and tight channels. The best time of year to float this section of water is during the spring and early summer when the water levels are high. The recommended CFS for this section is between 1,000-3,000. Some of the specific river obstacles include boulder gardens, steep drops, and narrow channels. Overall, this section of the Yellowstone River is a thrilling adventure for experienced rafters and kayakers looking for a challenging and scenic river trip.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 62 cfs (5.22 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 132% |
| Optimal Range | 100-2000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 7,659 ft |
| Run Length | 2.2 Mi |
| Gradient | 100 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 113 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 5.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09292000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
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Area Campgrounds
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Swift Creek
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Reservoir Campground
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Reservoir
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Yellowstone Campground
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Yellowstone
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Yellowstone Group Campground
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Yellowstone River (Swift Creek to Reservoir)
Uinta River (Uinta Valley Campground to Power Plant)