Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary river run
Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary
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.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 57 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 34 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 21 cfs | → |
| Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca | 105 cfs | → |
| Hot C A Flume Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 65 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- Tributary Headwaters To Wilderness Boundary
- George Creek
- Headwaters To Forest Road 16s02
- Forest Road 16so2 To La Dept. Of Water And Power Property
- Ladwp Property To Wilderness Boundary
Campgrounds
- Lone Pine
- Whitney Portal
- Whitney Portal Campground
- Whitney Portal Group Campground
- Ravine Campground
- Mt. Whitney Trailhead Campground
Fishing spots
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary
What's the optimal flow for Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Wilderness Boundary To Nf Boundary.