Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River river run
Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River
The segment mileage for the Whitewater River Run is approximately 10 miles, with several exciting rapids and obstacles along the way. Some notable rapids include the Entrance Rapid, the Narrows, and the Grand Finale. The Entrance Rapid is a Class III rapid that requires precise maneuvering to navigate safely. The Narrows is a narrow section of the river that includes several boulder gardens and technical drops, making it a thrilling challenge for experienced paddlers. The Grand Finale is the final rapid of the run and features a steep drop into a large pool.
Regulations for this area include a permit requirement for all commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of private parties allowed on the river each day. Additionally, all boaters must wear a personal flotation device and adhere to Leave No Trace principles to protect the natural environment of the area.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a must-try adventure for experienced paddlers looking for a challenging and exhilarating whitewater experience.
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 Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tantalus Creek At Norris Junction | 3 cfs | → |
| Gibbon River At Madison Jct | 111 cfs | → |
| Firehole River Near West Yellowstone Mt | 274 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Yellowstone Lk Outlet Ynp | 1,860 cfs | → |
| Lamar River Nr Tower Falls Ranger Station Ynp | 2,020 cfs | → |
| Boiling River At Mammoth | 25 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
- The Headwaters, In The Washburn Range To Ends Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades
- Lower Falls To Ends 1/4 Mile Upstream From Northeast Enternace Road Bridge In The Area Of Tower Falls/ Roosevelt
- The Junction Of The Firehole And Gibbon Rivers To The Western Yellowstone National Park Boundary
- Outlet Of Yellowstone Lake At Fishing Bridge To Lower Falls
- Begins Downstream Of Osprey Falls To Confluence With Yellowstone River, At The Northern Park Boundary
Campgrounds
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 Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole 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 Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River
What's the optimal flow for Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole 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 Begins Above Blanding Hill And The Road Access To Virginia Cascades To The Confluence With Firehole River .