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Clearwater River

September 4, 2026

By Barbless, compiled each morning from the gauges, forecasts and sources on this page.

Clearwater River

Current conditions for Clearwater River · Map, access and gauges

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Flow

10,800 cfs

Trend

Steady

Observed

44d ago

Conditions

The Clearwater is running above normal at 10,800 cfs at Spalding, with water holding at a prime 52 degrees as of September 8. Conditions favor steelhead if the season has opened. Access via Superior and Hoodoo Pass remains closed due to the Moose-Mountain Fire, plan to approach from Pierce, ID instead. Check the Watch Duty App and Nez Perce–Clearwater National Forest Facebook page for current fire restrictions before heading out.

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Clearwater River at Spalding

USGS 13342500 · Oct 18, 2026, 7:00 PM

Every 60 min · daylight

Clearwater River at Orofino

USGS 13340000 · Oct 18, 2026, 5:00 AM

Every 60 min · 247

Access

Access via Superior and Hoodoo Pass closed due to Moose-Mountain Fire. Use Pierce, ID approach instead. Check Watch Duty App and Nez Perce–Clearwater National Forest Facebook page for fire restrictions.