This is one of the best sections of class IV in the world running through a little slice of paradise in the northern California wilderness. The run is mostly class IV with a couple spicier rapids. I imagine the difficulty varies greatly with water level.
| KSC | |
| Class | IV to V |
| Current Flow |
428.0 CFS 12-04-2025 15:30 |
| Recommended Flow |
Minimum: 500.0 Average: 2500.0 Maximum: 5000.0 |
| Typical Season |
Begins: January Ends: January |
| Recommended Use |
Kayaking: No Rafting: No Canoeing: No SUP: No Packrafting: No Fishing: No |
| Primary Gauge | SALMON R A SOMES BAR CA |
| Length | 10.0 Mile(s) |
| Gradient | FPM |
