* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches above 8000 feet possible, with amounts greater than 16 inches at the highest elevations. Widespread westerly winds gusting 50 to 70 mph, with isolated stronger winds. * WHERE...Portions of central, northwest, and west central Wyoming. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 11 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will likely be very difficult, especially along mountain passes like Teton, Togwotee, and South Pass due to a combination of strong winds and falling snow reducing visibilities. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of winds near 80 mph possible, especially for eastern mountain slopes, like the eastern Absaroka and Wind River Mountains. The heaviest snow occurs between about 5 AM and noon MST Wednesday, where snow rates will exceed 1 inch an hour, and possibly 2 inches an hour.
This section of water is best run in late spring or early summer when the water levels are high, with a recommended CFS of 1000-2000 for a thrilling ride. This is not a run for beginner or intermediate paddlers, as the currents are powerful and unpredictable, but experienced rafters and kayakers will find plenty of excitement and thrills on this challenging stretch of river.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 265 cfs (0.87 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 121% |
| Optimal Range | 500-2500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | III to III+ |
| Elevation | 5,596 ft |
| Run Length | 14.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 226 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 0.7 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13047500 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cave Falls Campground
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Cave Falls
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Rocky Ford
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Lower Boundary Creek
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9B1
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9F1
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