HEADWATERS KENNEDY CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK STANISLAUS
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 | 2260 cfs (5.44 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 59% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 10296000 |
The Whitewater River Run from Headwaters Kennedy Creek to Confluence with Middle Fork Stanislaus in California is a popular destination for kayaking and rafting enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 1000 and 3000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The segment has a class rating of III-IV, which means it is best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The total distance of this segment is around 10 miles.
The river is known for its challenging rapids, including the Class IV Troublemaker, which requires paddlers to navigate a narrow chute with large boulders. Another notable rapid is the Class III Thornberry, which features a tight bend with a technical drop. Paddlers should also be aware of the steep drops at the Class III+ Deer Creek Falls.
There are specific regulations to the area that paddlers should adhere to, including the requirement for a permit to access the river. The maximum group size allowed is 15 people, and all paddlers must wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times. Additionally, motorized boats are not allowed on this segment of the river.
