Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue river run
Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue
The segment mileage for the Whitewater river run is approximately 8.5 miles, starting at Johnson Creek and running down to the confluence with the North Fork Tongue River. This run features several exciting rapids, including "The Notch," a steep and narrow drop that requires precise navigation.
Regulations for this area include a limit on the number of permits issued each day, which helps to manage the impact of high usage on the environment. Additionally, boaters are required to wear personal flotation devices at all times while on the river, and pack out all trash and waste.
Overall, the Whitewater River run on the South Fork Tongue River provides a thrilling and challenging whitewater experience for experienced boaters who are comfortable with Class II-IV rapids. It is important to follow regulations and best practices to preserve this beautiful natural resource for future generations.
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 Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tongue River Near Dayton | 48 cfs | → |
| West Pass Creek Near Parkman | 10 cfs | → |
| East Pass Creek Near Dayton | 12 cfs | → |
| Little Bighorn River At State Line Nr Wyola Mt | 327 cfs | → |
| Shell Creek Above Shell Creek Reservoir | 12 cfs | → |
| Shell Creek Near Shell | 74 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
- Nf Tongue From Burgess Picnic Ground To Pole Creek
- Bridge At Tongue River Canyon To Burgess Picnic Grounds
- Dry Fork River From Its Confluence With Lake Creek To Confluence With Little Big Horn
- Fools Gold Crossing (Fdr 480) To Wagon Box Creek
- Wagon Box Creek To Dry Fork Trail
Campgrounds
- Arrowhead Lodge
- Pine Island Group Campground
- Prune Creek
- Prune Creek Campground
- Sibley Lake Campground
- Sibley Lake
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 Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue 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 Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue
What's the optimal flow for Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue?
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 Sf Tongue- Johnson Creek To Confluence With Nf Tongue.