2026-02-06T22:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Humboldt Coast, Southwestern Humboldt and Mendocino Coast Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. . * IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for the Whitewater River is between 200-500 cubic feet per second (cfs) for a Class III rating, and 500-1000 cfs for a Class IV rating. The river spans a total of 30 miles, with the first 7 miles being a Class IV-V section that is not recommended for inexperienced paddlers. The remaining 23 miles are Class II-III sections that are suitable for intermediate paddlers.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles along the Whitewater River, including "Boulder Drop," a Class V rapid that requires advanced paddling skills and "Hall of Fame," a Class III rapid that features large boulders and narrow channels. Due to the potentially dangerous nature of the river, there are several regulations in place to ensure safety. All paddlers must wear a lifejacket and helmet, and commercial operators must have a permit and follow specific safety protocols.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-26 |
| River Levels | 117 cfs (12.28 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 24% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 6.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11469000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mattole R Nr Petrolia Ca
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233cfs |
Bull C Nr Weott Ca
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83cfs |
Mattole R Nr Ettersburg Ca
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62cfs |
Eel R A Scotia Ca
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2460cfs |
Van Duzen R Nr Bridgeville Ca
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96cfs |
Sf Eel R Nr Miranda Ca
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604cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sea Lion Gulch
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Cooskie Creek
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Mattole
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Arthur W. Way County Memorial Park Campground
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A.W. Way County Park
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Randall Creek
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River Runs
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From Its Headwaters In Sec 27, T2S, R2W, Hm To To The Pacific Ocean
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From Its Headwaters In Sec. 32, T2S, R2W, Hm To To The Pacific Ocean
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From Its Headwaters In Sec. 21, T2S, R2W, Hm To To Its Junction With The Mattole River
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Headwaters In Sec. 27., T2S, R2W, Hm To To Its Junction With The Mattole River
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From Its Intersection With Chaparral Creek In Sec. 9 T3S, R2W, Hm To To The Pacific Ocean
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Mill Creek