CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK TUOLUMNE RIVER TO CONFLUENCE WITH TUOLUMNE RIVER
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 4 feet possible from Friday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels around 6000-7000 feet this morning, rising through the day and into Friday. Snow levels Friday afternoon around 6000-7000 feet, lowering to around 4500-5500 feet over the weekend. A brief break in snowfall will be possible from late Saturday afternoon into the overnight period with lighter snowfall amounts.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 9900 cfs (10.32 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 115% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 11276900 |
The Whitewater River Run Confluence with Middle Fork Tuolumne River to Confluence with Tuolumne River in California is a popular white water rafting destination. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 1,200 to 2,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), although it can be run at flows up to 4,000 cfs. The class rating for this section of the river is class IV-V, making it a challenging and technical run. The segment mileage is approximately 16 miles and includes several notable rapids and obstacles, such as Hell Hole, Rams Head, and Pinball.
There are specific regulations to the area that visitors must abide by, including the requirement to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the river. Additionally, visitors must follow all Leave No Trace principles and be respectful of the natural environment. It is also important to note that permits are required to access this section of the river and may be limited during peak season.
In summary, the Whitewater River Run Confluence with Middle Fork Tuolumne River to Confluence with Tuolumne River in California is a challenging and technical run with an ideal streamflow range of 1,200 to 2,000 cfs. The class rating is IV-V, and the segment mileage is approximately 16 miles. Visitors must follow specific regulations and obtain permits to access the area.
