ONE-EIGHTH MILE DOWNSTREAM FROM CONFLUENCE WITH CHEROKEE CREEK TO ONE-QUARTER MILE UPSTREAM FROM CONFLUENCE WITH SLATE CREEK
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 | 2024-11-19 |
| River Levels | 2740 cfs (7.21 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 38% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 11413000 |
The Whitewater River run in California is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 400-1200 cfs. The segment is rated as a Class III-IV, which means it has moderate to difficult rapids with narrow passages that require precise maneuvering. The run covers a distance of one-eighth mile downstream from the confluence with Cherokee Creek to one-quarter mile upstream from the confluence with Slate Creek.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this stretch of the river, including the Meatgrinder, which is a Class IV rapid that features a series of drops and chutes. Other notable rapids include Son of Meatgrinder, Devil's Toenail, and Zootsuit. The run also features several pools and calm sections, which provide opportunities for rest and relaxation.
There are specific regulations that apply to the Whitewater River run. For example, all boaters must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the river. Additionally, motorized boats are not allowed on this section of the river. Boaters should also be aware of private property boundaries and avoid trespassing.
