2025-12-06T14:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 8 inches toward Bondurant/Hoback Junction; amounts of 2 to 4 inches near Pinedale. Additional snow accumulations of 10 to 20 inches in the mountains. Gusty winds of 20 to 35 mph across the Upper Green River Basin and west Wind River Mountains, and up to 45 mph across the highest elevations. Wind gusts as high as 45 mph over South Pass Friday night. * WHERE...Wind River Mountains West and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to lighten in intensity between 8AM and 2PM Friday, with accumulations generally between a Trace and 3 inches. Moderate to heavy snowfall begins after 3PM Friday and continues through the overnight hours, this is when a bulk of the additional snow accumulations will occur. Gusty west winds of 20 to 35 mph are expected after sunset Friday and continue into Saturday morning. Heavy snowfall and gusty winds could cause reduced visibility and drifting snow.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 100 and 500 cfs, depending on the area. The river ranges from class II to class III, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The segment mileage of Willow Creek is approximately 7 miles, with the run beginning at the Willow Creek Reservoir.
Some of the specific rapids and obstacles on Willow Creek include the Upper Willow Creek Rapid, the Lower Willow Creek Rapid, and the Willow Creek Gorge, which features steep drops and tight turns. It is recommended that paddlers scout these areas before attempting to navigate them.
Regulations specific to the Willow Creek area include a limit of one boat per group, a permit requirement for commercial outfitters, and restrictions on camping and fires in the area. It is important for paddlers to follow these regulations to ensure the safety and preservation of the river and its surrounding ecosystem.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 610 cfs (4.56 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 46% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06638090 |
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