Arizona Whitewater
CONFLUENCE OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH FORKS BEAR WALLOW CREEK TO 0.1 MILE ABOVE FISH BARRIER
STREAMFLOW: 375 CFS
• Class II-III River Run
The Whitewater River Run at the Confluence of the North and South Forks Bear Wallow Creek to 0.1 mile above Fish Barrier in Arizona is a popular rafting destination. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 400 and 1,200 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for this section is Class II-III, with some sections reaching Class IV at higher flows. The segment mileage is approximately 8.5 miles long and features several rapids and obstacles, including the Bear Wallow Rapid, which is a Class III+ rapid.
This section of the river is managed by the US Forest Service, and specific regulations apply to the area. A permit is required for all commercial outfitters, and private boaters should check with the local ranger station for current regulations and restrictions. The use of motorized watercraft is prohibited, and all boaters should carry appropriate safety equipment, including personal flotation devices. Additionally, all boaters should practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
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This section of the river is managed by the US Forest Service, and specific regulations apply to the area. A permit is required for all commercial outfitters, and private boaters should check with the local ranger station for current regulations and restrictions. The use of motorized watercraft is prohibited, and all boaters should carry appropriate safety equipment, including personal flotation devices. Additionally, all boaters should practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
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| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 48 cfs (3.19 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 181% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | BLACK RIVER BLW PUMPING PLANT, NR POINT OF PINES, |
| Elevation | 5,759 ft. |
| River | Black-River |
| Watershed | Black |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KP Cienega | 5 | 8,970 ft | |||
| Raccoon | 10 | 7,698 ft | |||
| Strayhorse | 7 | 7,773 ft | |||
| Lower Juan Miller | 4 | 5,780 ft | |||
| Hannagan | 8 | 9,130 ft | |||
| Granville | 12 | 6,745 ft | |||
| Brookchar | 13 | 8,991 ft | |||
| Upper Juan Miller | 4 | 5,787 ft | |||
| Honeymoon | 4 | 5,433 ft | |||
| Gabaldon | Numerous | 9,402 ft | |||
| Sunrise Lake | 200 | 9,341 ft | |||
| Cutthroat | 18 | 9,068 ft | |||
| Rainbow | 161 | 9,121 ft | |||
| Grayling | 23 | 9,050 ft | |||
| Winn | 63 | 9,320 ft |
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