Encampment River river run
Encampment River
The Encampment River is rated as a class III to IV river, which means that it is suitable for intermediate to advanced kayakers and rafters. The river has a segment mileage of around 15 miles, with various rapids and obstacles along the way.
One of the most significant rapids on the Encampment River is called Triple Drop, which is a class IV rapid that requires technical maneuvering skills to navigate. Other notable rapids include the S-Curve, Hole in the Wall, and the Washing Machine.
To ensure the safety of all visitors and preserve the natural beauty of the area, there are specific regulations in place for the Encampment River. These include mandatory life jacket use, no littering or dumping, and a prohibition on camping within 200 feet of the river.
Overall, the Encampment River provides a challenging and exciting whitewater experience for those seeking adventure in Wyoming's stunning natural landscape.
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 Encampment River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Encampment River At Mouth | 621 cfs | → |
| Encampment River Ab Hog Park Cr | 428 cfs | → |
| South Brush Creek Near Saratoga | 18 cfs | → |
| North Brush Creek Near Saratoga | 142 cfs | → |
| Jack Creek Above Coyote Draw | 133 cfs | → |
| Little Snake River Near Slater | 317 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
- Encampment River Wilderness Boundary To Medicine Bow Nf Boundary
- Wy-Co State Line To Encampment River Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters (Continental Divide) And Its West Fork (From West Fork Lake) To North Section Line, Sec 21, T12n, R84w
- North Platte River
Campgrounds
- Encampment River Campsite 8
- Encampment River Campsite 7
- Encampment River Campsite 6
- Encampment River Campsite 5
- Encampment River Campsite 4
- Encampment River Campground
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 Encampment 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 Encampment River
What's the optimal flow for Encampment 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 Encampment River.