California Whitewater
WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK STANISLAUS
STREAMFLOW: 87 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The Whitewater River Run Wilderness Boundary to Confluence with Middle Fork Stanislaus is a popular whitewater destination located in California. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 500 and 2,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) for optimal rapids and navigability. The class rating for this section is Class III-IV, meaning it has moderate to difficult rapids that require experienced paddlers and equipment.
The segment covers roughly 16 miles of the river and features several notable rapids and obstacles, including the Class IV Clavey Falls and the Class III+ Rock Garden. The river also passes through scenic canyons and forests, providing a beautiful backdrop for paddlers.
Specific regulations for the area include a permit system for overnight camping and a limit on group sizes. Additionally, visitors are required to pack out all their trash and minimize their impact on the natural environment.
Get driving directions.
The segment covers roughly 16 miles of the river and features several notable rapids and obstacles, including the Class IV Clavey Falls and the Class III+ Rock Garden. The river also passes through scenic canyons and forests, providing a beautiful backdrop for paddlers.
Specific regulations for the area include a permit system for overnight camping and a limit on group sizes. Additionally, visitors are required to pack out all their trash and minimize their impact on the natural environment.
Get driving directions.
| Last Updated | 2023-11-27 |
| River Levels | 2260 cfs (5.44 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 175% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | W WALKER R BLW L WALKER R NR COLEVILLE, CA |
| Elevation | 6,593 ft. |
| River | |
| Watershed | Upper Stanislaus |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clark Fork | 88 | 6,120 ft | |||
| Pigeon Flat | 7 | 5,973 ft | |||
| Grouse Flat | 10 | 7,218 ft | |||
| Silver Creek-Hwy 4 | 26 | 6,778 ft | |||
| Highland Lakes | 35 | 8,632 ft | |||
| Markleeville | 10 | 5,557 ft | |||
| Bloomfield I | 20 | 7,851 ft | |||
| Eureka Valley | 28 | 6,101 ft | |||
| Bloomfield 2 | 20 | 7,966 ft | |||
| Boulder Flat | 20 | 5,621 ft | |||
| Sand Flat | 68 | 6,151 ft | |||
| Dardanelle | 28 | 5,746 ft | |||
| Brightman | 32 | 5,680 ft | |||
| Fence Creek | 38 | 5,635 ft | |||
| Grover Hot Springs State Park | 76 | 5,879 ft | |||
| Deadman | 15 | 6,295 ft | |||
| Hermit Valley | 25 | 7,163 ft | |||
| Baker | 44 | 6,251 ft | |||
| Centerville Flat | 20 | 5,852 ft |
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Points of Interest
| Location |
|---|
| Donnell Vista |
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