* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 8 to 15 inches from Cloud Peak and Granite Pass northward. Snow amounts of 1 to 5 inches south of Powder River Pass. * WHERE...Bighorn Mountains West. * 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 1 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.
The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 700 and 2500 cfs, which typically occurs between late May and early July. The Trapper Creek is rated as a Class III+ river, with some sections reaching a Class IV rating. The segment mileage for this river is approximately 10 miles, starting in the Shoshone National Forest and ending in the North Fork of the Shoshone River.
Specific river rapids and obstacles on the Trapper Creek include "The Slide," a Class III+ rapid that requires precise navigation, "The Narrows," a narrow section of the river with several rocks and boulders, and "The S-Turns," a fast-paced section with several sharp turns and drops.
Regulations for the Trapper Creek include obtaining a permit from the Shoshone National Forest, as well as following all safety guidelines set forth by the forest service. All rafters must wear personal flotation devices at all times while on the river. Additionally, no glass containers or alcoholic beverages are allowed on the river.
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 74 cfs (1.71 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 700-2500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii+-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06278500 |
Shell Creek Near Shell
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74cfs |
Shell Creek Above Shell Creek Reservoir
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13cfs |
Bighorn River At Basin
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1030cfs |
Tongue River Near Dayton
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48cfs |
South Piney Creek At Willow Park
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0cfs |
Bighorn River At Kane
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1340cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cabin Creek Campground
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Shell Creek
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Cabin Creek Meadows
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Shell Creek Campground
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Ranger Creek - Paintrock
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Ranger Creek Campground
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