River runs

Wyoming river runs

Live streamflow, whitewater class, and length for every paddleable section in Wyoming with a named USGS gauge. Built for kayakers, rafters, and canoeists.

Runs in Wyoming
107
Class range
I–V
Across the U.S.
331
Updated
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River runs
Wyoming offers a plethora of exciting whitewater and kayaking opportunities for enthusiasts of all levels. One popular destination is the Snake River, specifically the section known as the Snake River Canyon. With a mix of Class II and Class III rapids, this run provides the perfect balance of excitement and scenery, with stunning views of the Teton Range along the way. Recommended streamflow levels for an optimal experience range from 2,000 to 4,000 cubic feet per second (cfs).

Another must-try river run in Wyoming is the Shoshone River. Located near Cody, this stretch of water offers a mix of Class III and Class IV rapids, making it a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers. With clear waters and breathtaking canyon views, the Shoshone River is sure to leave a lasting impression. Remember to always check streamflow levels and weather conditions before embarking on any whitewater adventure, and be sure to follow all safety guidelines and regulations for a fun and safe experience on Wyoming's rivers.
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Wyoming river runs

Every paddleable section in Wyoming keyed to a named USGS gauge. Sortable, quickly filterable. Tap any one for current discharge and the gauge it reports off.

107 entries
River run Streamflow Class
Southeastern Boundary Of The Park To Yellowstone Lake Inlet 875 cfs III-IV
The Junction Of The Firehole And Gibbon Rivers To The Western Yellowstone National Park Boundary 83 cfs II-III
Western Boundary Of Agate Fossil Beds National Monument To Eastern Boundary Of Agate Fossil Beds National Monument 159 cfs III-III
Western Boundary Of Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Bighorn River 659 cfs III-IV
Begins Approximately At Kepler Cascades To The Confluence With The Madison River 211 cfs III-IV
Outlet Of Yellowstone Lake At Fishing Bridge To Lower Falls 2,860 cfs III-IV
Lower Falls To Ends 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Enternace Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt 3 cfs ·
Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Ends 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt 812 cfs ·
Begins 1/4 Mile Downstream From Northeast Entrance Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt To Northern Park Boundary 812 cfs ·
The Headwaters To The Southern Yellowstone National Park Boundary 499 cfs II-IV
The Confluence With Soda Butte Creek To The Confluence With The Yellowstone River 812 cfs III-IV
Begins Above Slough Creek Campground, Located On A Secondary Spur Road To The Park's Main Road To The Confluence With Lamar River 812 cfs III
Henry's Fork Lake To Trailhead 51 cfs III-IV
Source To Forest Road 082 51 cfs II-III
Forest Road 082 To Nf Boundary 51 cfs III-V
Beaver Lake To Wilderness Boundary 51 cfs III
Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With East Fork Beaver Creek 51 cfs I-III
Red Castle Lake To Trailhead 51 cfs III-IV
Source To Nf Boundary 51 cfs ·
The Headwaters, In The Washburn Range To Ends Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades 3 cfs III-IV
Begins Downstream Of Osprey Falls To Confluence With Yellowstone River, At The Northern Park Boundary 25 cfs II-III
The Headwaters In The Gallatin Range To Ends Where The River Parallels A Two Lane Highway 3 cfs III-IV
Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River 3 cfs II-IV
The Headwaters, In The Gallatin Range To Ends Downstream Of Osprey Falls 25 cfs II-IV
Open Creek Source To Confluence With Thorofare 176 cfs II-IV
Thorofare Creek Source To Yellowstone Np Boundary 875 cfs II-IV
Confluence Of North/South Forks To Yellowstone Np Boundary 875 cfs ·
Source, Green River Pass To Lower Green River Lake 366 cfs II-III
Lower Green River Lake Outlet To Nf Boundary 974 cfs III-IV
Source To Confluence With Green River 170 cfs ·
Source To End Of Forest Road 974 cfs III-IV
Forest Road To Confluence With Green River 974 cfs II-III
Source To Fremont Lake 366 cfs III-IV
Headwaters Of North And South Forks And Mainstem To Boundary Of Jedediah Smith Wilderness 86 cfs ·
Headwaters Of South And Roaring Forks And Mainstem To Confluence With South Fork 86 cfs II-IV
Source To Trailhead 27 cfs III-V
Source To Kinney Creek Confluence 27 cfs III-IV
Kinney Creek To Nf Boundary/Palisades Reservoir 459 cfs ·
Trailhead To Confluence With Greys River 7,670 cfs III-IV
South Park Bridge To 1 Mile Downstream From Astoria Hot Springs (North Section Line Of Sec 5, T38n, R116w) 7,560 cfs II-III
Source To Salt River Trailhead 27 cfs IV-III
Source To Periodic Spring 27 cfs III-IV
Periodic Spring To Upper Dam 27 cfs III-IV
Confluence With Snowslide Creek To West Boundary Of Patented Mining Claim Just Inside The Caribou Nf Boundary 125 cfs III-IV
Wy Co State Line To Encampment River Wilderness Boundary 44 cfs III
Bridge At Tongue River Canyon To Burgess Picnic Grounds 48 cfs III-III+
Nf Tongue From Burgess Picnic Ground To Pole Creek 48 cfs III-IV
Sf Tongue Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue 48 cfs II-IV
Source To End Of Hoback Road 974 cfs III-IV
Confluence Withdouglas Creek To Bennett Peak 18 cfs III-V
Forest Boundary, Sec. 35, T8s, R27e To Headwaters, Sec. 32, T7s, R27e 465 cfs III-IV
Encampment River Wilderness Boundary To Medicine Bow Nf Boundary 44 cfs II-IV
Headwaters (Continental Divide) And Its West Fork (From West Fork Lake) To North Section Line, Sec 21, T12n, R84w 44 cfs III-IV+
Source, Pickle Pass To Confluence With Hoback River 7,670 cfs ·
Badger Creek 7,640 cfs III-II
Gypsum Creek 830 cfs III-IV
Bear Creek 830 cfs III-IV
Crooked Creek 830 cfs III-IV
Irish Canyon Creek 465 cfs IV-V
East Fork River 465 cfs II-IV
North Fork Silver Creek 1,270 cfs III-V
Scab Creek 796 cfs III-IV
Jenna Creek 796 cfs II-IV
Green River 1,320 cfs II-III
Raymond Creek 190 cfs III-IV
Huff Creek 190 cfs II-III
Encampment River 104 cfs III-IV
Big Creek 18 cfs III-IV
Bunker Draw 14 cfs II-III
Cherry Creek 27 cfs V
Muddy Creek 3 cfs V
North Platte River 18 cfs II-III
Ice Slough 58 cfs III-IV
North Popo Agie River 465 cfs III-IV
Rock Creek 58 cfs III-IV
Strawberry Creek 58 cfs III
Sweetwater River 58 cfs III-IV
Granite Creek 58 cfs III-IV
Warm Springs Creek 246 cfs II-III
Willow Creek 58 cfs II-III
Wind River 1,600 cfs III
Mormon Creek 58 cfs III-IV
Middle Fork Powder River 7 cfs ·
Beartrap Creek 50 cfs ·
North Fork Red Fork Powder River 50 cfs III-IV
North Fork Powder River 50 cfs ·
Badwater Creek 7 cfs III-V
Deer Creek 13 cfs III-IV
Buffalo Creek (Upper) 7 cfs III-IV
Buffalo Creek (Lower) 7 cfs III
E K Creek 7 cfs III-IV
Canyon Creek 3 cfs III
Deep Creek 7 cfs IV
Medicine Lodge Creek 13 cfs III-V
Dry Medicine Lodge Creek 13 cfs ·
Laddie Creek 13 cfs IV
Paint Rock Creek 13 cfs III-IV
Paint Rock Creek (South Fork) 13 cfs III
Trapper Creek 13 cfs III
White Creek 13 cfs III-IV
Cottonwood Creek 1,280 cfs III-IV
Cow Creek 1,280 cfs III-IV
Porcupine Creek 1,280 cfs II
Trout Creek 1,280 cfs II-III
North Fork Shoshone River 2,360 cfs III-IV
South Fork Shoshone River 1,280 cfs III-IV
Meeteetse Creek 1,280 cfs III-IV
River runs FAQ

About Wyoming river runs

What does whitewater class mean?

The international whitewater scale (Class I–VI) rates a river's difficulty. I is moving water with riffles. II is straightforward rapids with clear channels. III requires complex maneuvers in fast water. IV is intense, powerful but predictable rapids requiring decisive boat handling. V is extremely long, obstructed, or violent rapids with significant hazard. VI is considered impossible to run.

Where does the Wyoming streamflow data come from?

USGS streamgauges. Each Wyoming paddle run is keyed to a specific gauge that paddlers and outfitters have agreed represents flow on that section. Gauges report every 15 minutes; we re-pull throughout the day.

What's a runnable level?

Run-specific. A creek that's classic at 200 cfs might be too low at 100 and dangerously flooded at 1,000. Always cross-reference with a guidebook or a Wyoming paddling club for the run's accepted gauge ranges before launching.

Can I get an alert when a run hits prime flow?

Yes. Save any paddle run as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app, set a flow window (e.g. "alert me between 800 and 1,500 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses into range. Free with a Snoflo account.

Is this a substitute for local guidebooks and trip leaders?

No. Snoflo is informational. Always carry appropriate skills, gear, and a sober assessment of the day's flow. For high-consequence runs (Class IV+), paddle with people who know the run and never solo. American Whitewater is the authoritative source for U.S. river information.

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