Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish River river run
Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish River
One of the most challenging rapids on this run is S-Turn, which is a class IV rapid that requires precise maneuvering through a narrow and technical channel. Another notable obstacle is Boulder Drop, a class III+ rapid that features a large boulder in the middle of the channel that requires paddlers to navigate around it.
In terms of regulations, paddlers are required to obtain a permit from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to access this run. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of motorized watercraft, as well as regulations regarding camping and fires in the surrounding area.
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 Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Stillaguamish River Near Arlington | 473 cfs | → |
| East Branch Tulalip Creek Nr Mouth Nr Tulalip | 2 cfs | → |
| Tulalip Creek Above East Branch Near Tulalip | 5 cfs | → |
| Tulalip Creek Near Tulalip | 7 cfs | → |
| Mission Creek Near Tulalip | 2 cfs | → |
| Pilchuck River Near Snohomish | 164 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
- Snohomish County
- 39th Avenue Northwest 15324, Stanwood
- West Lake Riley Road Snohomish County
- Boe Road 8144, Snohomish County
- 141st Place Northwest 5405, Stanwood
Other river runs
- Headwaters In Ne1/4 Of Sec 14, T29n, R10e To Confluence With Canyon Creek
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 7, T31n, R9e To Boulder River Wilderness Boundary
- Boulder River Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Stillaguamish River
- Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Sauk River
- Bell Creek To Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie Nf Boundary
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 Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish 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 Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish River
What's the optimal flow for Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish 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 Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish River.