WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO NF BOUNDARY
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 23, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-24T04:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow above 7000 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected above 7000 to 8000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 1.5 and 2 feet below 8500 feet and 3 to 5 feet near the crest. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 AM PST Sunday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 AM Monday to 10 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads will become snow covered and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong winds could create areas of blowing and drifting snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will begin around 7000 feet and increase to 8000 feet during the day Monday. Peak snowfall rates could approach 2 inches per hour. Snow levels will likely fall below 8000 feet again Wednesday morning.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-22 |
| River Levels | 43 cfs (3.39 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 163% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 11203580 |
The Whitewater River Run Wilderness Boundary to NF Boundary, located in southern California, is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 300 and 1,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs during the spring and early summer months.
This section of the Whitewater River is rated as Class III-IV, with several rapids and obstacles to navigate. Some of the most notable rapids include Pinball, which features a series of boulder drops, and S-turns, which has several narrow and technical sections.
The overall segment mileage for this run is approximately 7.5 miles, and it typically takes around 3-4 hours to complete. While there are no specific regulations pertaining to this section of the river, it is important to note that all boaters must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize environmental impact.
