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Nevada · Douglas Co.

Carson River — East Fork

Douglas Co. · 70 mi · Class I–III
Optimal: 200–800 CFS · USGS #10309000
280 avg
493CFS
10.44 ft gauge height
Optimal
→Stable
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 280 cfsHist. median: 250 cfsUSGS #10309000
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest · Carson River Coalition

About

Class II-III drops through Markleeville Canyon carve a volcanic gorge in Douglas County, where the Carson River transitions from Sierra granite to Nevada rangeland over 70 miles. The upper canyon section delivers technical water at 280 CFS average, with optimal flows between 200-800 CFS on gauge 10309000. Below the mountains, the Gardnerville to Dayton stretch mellows to Class I ranch valley floating through cottonwood corridors and hay fields. Carson River Resort operates guided trips through both sections within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest boundaries. The Carson River Coalition works to maintain flows and habitat along the entire drainage.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
11:35 AM
Moonrise
4:12 PM
Moonset
6:57 AM
★ Moon underfoot
11:35 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
Outfitters
Carson River Resort
Float trips and camping, Mexican Dam put-in
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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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