Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness river run
Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness
There are several notable rapids and obstacles along this run, including the Entrance Rapid, which is a steep drop into a narrow channel, and the Bemis-Stone Rapid, which is a long and technical section with multiple drops and tight turns. Other notable rapids include the Pinball Rapid and the S-Curve Rapid.
It is important to note that the Otter Creek Wilderness area is protected by specific regulations, such as a ban on motorized vehicles and a limit on group size to 10 people. Additionally, all boaters are required to have a permit to access the area and are required to practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
Overall, the Otter Creek Wilderness run is a challenging and exciting adventure for experienced whitewater enthusiasts, but it is important to be aware of the specific regulations and guidelines in place to protect the natural environment.
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 Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Fork At Hendricks | 919 cfs | → |
| Cheat River Near Parsons | 2,160 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R At Davis | 280 cfs | → |
| Shavers Fork Below Bowden | 422 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R Nr Davis | 132 cfs | → |
| Tygart Valley River At Belington | 907 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.
Other river runs
- Glady Fork River To Otter Creek
- Otter Creek To Blackwater
- North Fork To Hickory Lick Run
- Route 33/8 To Jobs Run Near Porterwood
- Waterfall Run To Dry Fork
Campgrounds
- Brian's Place
- Bear Heaven Campground
- Blackwater Falls State Park
- Horseshoe Recreation And Campground Area
- Stuart Day Use Area And Campground
- Stuart Campground
Fishing spots
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 Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness 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 Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness
What's the optimal flow for Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness?
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 Enter Otter Creek Wilderness To Exit Otter Creek Wilderness.