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Idaho · Unknown Co.

Clearwater River

· 75 mi · Class IV+
Optimal: 7000–21100 CFS · USGS #13341050
⚠48°F — Cold water immersion risk — review cold water safety before launching
14,069 avg
19,800CFS
9.25 ft gauge height
Optimal
↓Falling slowly (-100 cfs/hr)(-200 in 3h)
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 14,069 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #13341050
Bureau of Land Mangement

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Class IV+ drops carry 14,069 CFS average through 75 miles of the Clearwater River, with optimal flows ranging from 7,000 to 21,100 CFS on USGS gauge 13341050. The Bureau of Land Management oversees the mainstem corridor, which demands technical boat handling and solid Class IV skills throughout its length. At these volumes, the Clearwater pushes serious hydraulics and requires precise lines through continuous rapids.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
11:21 AM
Moonrise
3:27 PM
Moonset
7:16 AM
★ Moon underfoot
11:21 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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