Paria River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 1:00 AM, the Paria River is flowing at 9.6 cfs at Lees Ferry, AZ — 123% of normal for the date and down 57% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 8.7 to 9.6 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Paria 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 Lees Ferry, the Paria River is running 9.6 cfs — 123% of normal, down 57% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 156% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Kanab (-75%) and Lees Ferry (-57%).
Paddlers: 35 of 36 runs on the Paria River with a live range are in range, 1 too low.
How the Paria 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
- Kanab4,359 ft 8.7 cfs189%
- Lees Ferry3,137 ft 9.6 cfs123%
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 Paria River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (156%).
Paria River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Paria River Near Kanab UT
Oct 2, 2:10 AM · USGS 09381800 |
8.7 cfs | 189% | -75% | 6.80 ft | 4,359 ft |
|
Paria River At Lees Ferry AZ
Oct 2, 1:00 AM · USGS 09382000 |
9.6 cfs | 123% | -57% | 4.65 ft | 3,137 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 Paria River
35 of 36 runs are in range right now. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Creek Canyon Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | · |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–IV |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–III |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | IV |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Hackberry Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Hogeye Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III |
| Hogeye Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III |
| Hogeye Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | IV |
| Kitchen Canyon Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Lower Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Lower Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Lower Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Paria River Gauge: Lees Ferry |
In range | 9.6 cfs | 6–93 cfs typical | II–IV |
| Paria River Gauge: Lees Ferry |
In range | 9.6 cfs | 6–93 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | · |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Paria River Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Paria River Segment 68-69 Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Park Boundary To Confluence With The Colorado River Gauge: Lees Ferry |
In range | 9.6 cfs | 6–93 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Sheep Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Sheep Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Snake Creek Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III |
| Starlight Canyon Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | III |
| Starlight Canyon Gauge: Kanab |
In range | 8.7 cfs | 4–55 cfs typical | II–III |
| Grand Canyon Gauge: Lees Ferry |
Too low | 9.6 cfs | 2,000–48,000 cfs | III TO IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Paria River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Paria River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Paria River
The Paria River is a tributary of the Colorado River located in southern Utah and northern Arizona. It stretches for approximately 80 miles and drains an area of over 1,000 square miles. Historically, the river was used by Native American tribes for hunting and gathering. Today, it is mainly used for recreational activities such as hiking and camping. The river has several dams, including the Glen Canyon Dam and the Navajo Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and water storage for nearby communities. The Paria River is also used for agricultural purposes, with water diverted to irrigate crops in the surrounding areas. Despite its importance, the river is threatened by climate change, overuse, and pollution. Efforts are being made to preserve the Paria River and its ecosystem for future generations.
Fishing near the Paria River
About the Paria River
How is the Paria River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Paria River is flowing at 9.6 cfs at Lees Ferry, AZ, about 123% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 8.7 to 9.6 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Paria River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Paria River is at 156% 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.
Is the Paria River runnable for paddling today?
35 of 36 paddle runs are in range right now. 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.