Salmon River (Cal), South Fork
Limestone Bluffs to Matthews Creek Campground
California – US
- Class
- IV+ to V-
- Length
- 6 Mile(s)
- Typical season
- January to January
- Author
- KSC
Current Flow
303 CFS
Gauge height: 1.76 FT
Reading from Jul 10, 2026 9:30 PM
● 0.00/hr (12h) ● 0.00/hr (24h)
Don't bother
- Primary gauge
- SALMON R A SOMES BAR CA Gauge detail & alternatives Live gauge ↗
Recommended levels
| Minimum | 700 |
| Average | 1,500 |
| Maximum | 4,000 |
Recommended use
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Canoeing
- SUP
- Packrafting
- Fishing
Struck-through craft are not recommended for this run.
Flow history — last 6 days
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Description
This is a creeky class IV+ to V- section above the main stem of the Cal Salmon in Northern California. This remote area is characterized by crystal clear water and a pristine river valley.
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Access
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Camps
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Permit
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Fishing
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