* WHAT...Strong winds and heavy snow expected. Strong winds ease this morning, then increase again tonight into Thursday, at 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph. Snow levels will remain high before lowering to 4500 ft later today. Heavy snow expected above 4500 ft with additional snow accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. Above 5500 feet, 1 to 3 feet of snow expected. * WHERE...Above 4500 ft in Siskiyou County. This includes Etna Summit on Sawyers Bar Road, Scott Mountain Pass on Highway 3, and portions of Highway 97 south of MacDoel that includes Grass Lake at Mt Hebron. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause tree damage. Areas of power outages are expected through the event. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected later tonight through Thursday night. View snow probabilities at weather.gov/mfr/winter
The Whitewater River Run in California covers a segment of 6.7 miles, starting from the Headwaters in Marble Mountains Wilderness and ending at the Pre-1984 Wilderness Boundary.
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The ideal streamflow range for the area is between 400 and 1000 cfs. The river is classified as Class III to IV, making it a challenging run for experienced kayakers and rafters.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles along the river run, including Hell Hole, Chinese Wall, and the infamous Suckhole. These features require a high level of skill and experience to navigate safely. It is important to note that the Whitewater River Run is not recommended for beginners.
To ensure the safety of all visitors, there are specific regulations in place for the area. A permit is required to enter the Marble Mountains Wilderness, and visitors must adhere to Leave No Trace principles while on the river. Additionally, groups are limited to a maximum of 15 people per day.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a challenging and exhilarating experience for experienced kayakers and rafters. However, it is important to approach the area with caution and follow all regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
| Last Updated | 2025-12-23 |
| River Levels | 859 cfs (7.1 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 635% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11519500 |
Scott R Nr Fort Jones Ca
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2560cfs |
Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca
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6600cfs |
Klamath R A Orleans
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17600cfs |
Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca
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3000cfs |
Klamath R Nr Seiad Valley Ca
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6070cfs |
Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca
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720cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Mule Bridge - horse
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Mulebridge Campground
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Idlewild Campground
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Ananias Camp
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Bear Skull Camp
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Red Bank
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