Snake

7 - West Table to Sheep Gulch (Alpine Canyon)

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June 30, 2025

Comparison for Eastern Boaters

ReporterSean O'Malley
Gauge Reading6000 cfs at SNAKE RIVER ABOVE RESERVOIR, NEAR ALPINE, WY
FlowMedium Flow

If you're from the East, I'd characterize this run as Cheat Narrows-type moves with Gauley-type push. Tons of surf waves, some with eddy service, some catch-on-the-fly. Make sure you adjust your timing for catch-on-the-fly. The push is deceptively strong, as are the eddylines. I missed more waves than I caught because I kept starting my sprint too late. Kahuna and Lunch Counter are great surf spots. The tailwaves and eddylines at Lunch Counter are quite squirrelly, though. I'm used to relaxing when I blow off a wave. I think I worked harder staying upright in the runout than I did while surfing, lol. Beautiful river with gin-clear water, tons of play, and easy access/shuttle.

Comparison for Eastern Boaters – Snake – 7 - West Table to Sheep Gulch (Alpine Canyon) | American Whitewater