2025-12-26T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following areas, the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Delta region, Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, and Coastal Range. * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers, creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of moderate to heavy rain are forecast the week of Christmas. Debris flows are not expected over recent burn scars in northern California, but do anticipate enhanced runoff in/below scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Lilly Creek (Source At Chewing Gum Lake And Y Meadow Lake) To One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow Paddle Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
The Lilly Creek to Coffin Hollow segment of the Whitewater River in California is a popular run for whitewater enthusiasts.
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Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 100 and 500 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the best conditions occurring in the spring and early summer.
This segment is rated as Class III-IV, with some rapids and obstacles that require technical skills. Notable rapids include Twin Rocks, Horseshoe Bend, and S-turn. The segment covers a distance of approximately 7 miles, with an elevation drop of 700 feet.
Regulations to the area include mandatory life jackets for all participants, and no alcohol or drugs allowed on the river. Additionally, it is important to follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash from the river.
Sources consulted for this information include American Whitewater and California Whitewater Rafting.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 1 cfs ( ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 100-500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11277100 |
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Area Campgrounds
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Pine Valley Horse Camp
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Crabtree Camp
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Pinecrest
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Pinecrest Campground
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Meadowview
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Meadowview Campground
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River Runs
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Lilly Creek (Source At Chewing Gum Lake And Y Meadow Lake) To One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow
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One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow To Confluence With Bell Creek And Clavey River
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0.15 Mile Downstream From Road 4N26B To Confluence With Lilly Creek
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One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead To 0.15 Mile Downstream Of Road 4N26B
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Bell Creek Headwaters To One-Tenth Mile Upstream Of Crabtree Trailhead
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Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3N01