Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar river run
Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar
Some of the specific river rapids and obstacles include the Boulder Drop, a class IV rapid with a large boulder in the center of the channel that requires precise navigation. The Carnage Rapid is a class V rapid that should only be attempted by experienced paddlers. Other notable rapids include the Pinball Rapid, the Zekes Rapid, and the Railroad Bridge Rapid.
There are specific regulations to the area that should be followed by all paddlers. The area is managed by the US Forest Service, and a Northwest Forest Pass is required for parking at the put-in and take-out locations. Paddlers should also be aware of the potential hazards associated with high water levels, especially during early spring runoff. It is recommended that paddlers wear appropriate safety gear, including helmets and personal flotation devices, and that they paddle with a partner or in a group.
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 Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Skykomish River Near Gold Bar | 2,560 cfs | → |
| South Fork Tolt River Near Index | 12 cfs | → |
| South Fork Sultan River Near Sultan | 37 cfs | → |
| South Fork Tolt River Near Carnation | 74 cfs | → |
| North Fork Tolt River Near Carnation | 68 cfs | → |
| Sf Tolt River Bl Regulating Basin Nr Carnation | 79 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
- South Shore Road Snohomish County
- Stevens Pass Highway Sultan
- King County
- Ben Howard Road 21101-21283, Monroe
- Lake Marcel Community Park
Other river runs
- Confluence With Troublesome Creek To Confluence With South Fork Skykomish River
- End Of Usfs Road 63 To Confluence With Troublesome Creek
- Usfs Road 63 To Confluence With North Fork Skykomish River
- Headwaters At Outlet Of Blanca Lake To Usfs Road 63
- Confluence Of East And West Forks Of Miller River To Confluence With South Fork Skykomish River
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 Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar 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 Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar
What's the optimal flow for Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar?
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 Confluence Of Tye And Foss Rivers To Gold Bar.