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Badwater Creek is a popular whitewater river run in Wyoming with an ideal streamflow range of 300-500 cfs. The creek is rated Class III to IV, with some sections being Class V during high water flows. The segment mileage for Badwater Creek is approximately 7 miles, starting at the confluence of the East and West Forks and ending at the confluence with the Green River.
The river rapids and obstacles on Badwater Creek include numerous boulder gardens, drops, and steep chutes that require advanced paddling skills and experience. Some of the notable rapids are the Meat Grinder, S-Turn, and Double Drop. These rapids are notorious for their technical difficulty, and paddlers are advised to scout them before running.
Specific regulations for the area include a permit system for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of paddlers per day. The creek is also closed to boating from March 15 to May 15 to protect the nesting sites of the peregrine falcon, a federally protected species.
Overall, Badwater Creek offers a challenging and rewarding whitewater experience for advanced paddlers. It is important to check streamflow levels and weather conditions before embarking on the run and to follow all regulations to protect the area's natural resources.
Last Updated | 2024-09-23 |
River Levels | 84 cfs (6.16 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 80% |
Status | |
Class Level | iii-v |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06309200 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
BIGHORN RIVER AT BASIN
2024-12-24T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
1090cfs | 3.56ft | 3831ft |
SWEETWATER RIVER NEAR ALCOVA
2020-07-13T01:45:00.000-06:00 |
27cfs | 1.77ft | 5889ft |
CLEAR CREEK NEAR BUFFALO
2024-12-24T00:00:00.000-07:00 |
15cfs | 1.43ft | 5204ft |
NORTH FORK POWDER RIVER NEAR HAZELTON
2020-10-02T01:00:00.000-06:00 |
3cfs | 1.99ft | 8201ft |
BIGHORN R AT WORLAND WYO
2018-07-02T02:00:00.000-06:00 |
4350cfs | 8.22ft | 4051ft |
NF POWDER RIVER BELOW PASS CREEK
2020-08-01T01:00:00.000-06:00 |
50cfs | 4.24ft | 5751ft |
MIDDLE FORK POWDER RIVER NEAR BARNUM
2024-12-24T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
4cfs | 4.99ft | 7233ft |
Camping Area | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Sage - Pathfinder Lake | |||
Prior Flat | |||
Diabase - Pathfinder Lake | |||
Kortes Reservoir Miracle Mile Dispersed | |||
Fremont Canyon - Alcova Reservoir | |||
Cottonwood - Alcova Reservoir |