The river is at 5,743 cfs this morning and dropping. This is the classic summer band where sandbars are high, dry, and easy to find. If you are looking for a massive private beach to set up camp, this is the week to do it. We have 123 boats sitting in the yard right now, so inventory is wide open for last-minute runs.
Weather is holding steady with highs in the low 80s and light winds under 5 mph. The morning fog will burn off quickly, leaving clear skies for the rest of the day. Navigation is straightforward at these levels, with very few hidden logs or tricky channels to worry about.
Levels are projected to slide toward 3,600 cfs by the weekend. As the water drops, those sandbars only get bigger. It is a good time to be on the water.