Little Snake River Flow Today
As of October 25, 2026 at 1:15 AM, the Little Snake River is flowing at 103 cfs near Lily, CO — 110% of normal for the date and down 9% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 26 to 103 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Little Snake River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Lily, the Little Snake River is running 103 cfs — 110% of normal, down 9% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 77% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Dixon (+10%).
Highest against normal: Lily at 110%. Lowest: Dixon at 68%.
Paddlers: 0 of 7 runs on the Little Snake River with a live range are in range, 7 too low.
How the Little Snake River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Slater6,843 ft 26 cfs77%
- Dixon6,342 ft 61 cfs68%
- Lily5,701 ft 103 cfs110%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Little Snake River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (77%).
Little Snake River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Little Snake River Near Slater CO
Oct 25, 1:45 AM · USGS 09253000 |
26 cfs | 77% | -3% | 3.25 ft | 6.3 ft below | 6,843 ft |
|
Little Snake River Near Dixon WY
Oct 25, 1:00 AM · USGS 09257000 |
61 cfs | 68% | +10% | 2.73 ft | 6.8 ft below | 6,342 ft |
|
Little Snake River Near Lily CO
Oct 25, 1:15 AM · USGS 09260000 |
103 cfs | 110% | -9% | 1.15 ft | 10.9 ft below | 5,701 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Little Snake River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skull Creek Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 175–600 cfs typical | IV–V |
| Skull Creek Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 175–600 cfs typical | IV–V |
| Skull Creek Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 175–600 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Skull Creek Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 175–600 cfs typical | V–IV |
| Skull Creek Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 175–600 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Skull Creek Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 175–600 cfs typical | III+–IV |
| Yampa River Segment 3 Gauge: Lily |
Too low | 103 cfs | 700–5,000 cfs | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Little Snake River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Little Snake River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Little Snake River
The Little Snake River is a 155-mile-long river that flows through Wyoming and Colorado in the United States. The river gets its name from the rocky terrain, which resembles a snake's body. It is a tributary of the Yampa River, and the watershed for the river covers about 1,500 square miles. The river is known for its excellent trout fishing and beautiful scenery. There are two main reservoirs along the river: the Stagecoach Reservoir and the Yamcolo Reservoir. These reservoirs provide water for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation. The Little Snake River Valley is also home to several ranches, and agriculture is an essential part of the local economy. The river is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, including anglers, hikers, and hunters. The Little Snake River is rich in history, and the region was once home to several Native American tribes, including the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute.
Fishing near the Little Snake River
About the Little Snake River
How is the Little Snake River flowing right now?
As of October 25, 2026, the Little Snake River is flowing at 103 cfs near Lily, CO, about 110% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 26 to 103 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Little Snake River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Little Snake River is at 77% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Little Snake River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Slater (9.5 ft), Dixon (9.5 ft), Lily (12.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Little Snake River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.