California Whitewater
MAINSTREAM - HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH COOPER CANYON
STREAMFLOW: 11 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The Whitewater River, located in southern California, offers a popular whitewater rafting experience. The ideal streamflow range for the Mainstream - Headwaters to Confluence with Cooper Canyon segment is between 200 and 400 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs during the spring months.
The class rating for this segment is considered to be Class III, with some Class IV rapids. The segment mileage is approximately 8.5 miles, and the river features several notable rapids and obstacles, including "The Chute," "S-turn," and "Rock Garden."
It is important to note that the Whitewater River is located on public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and therefore visitors must follow regulations and obtain the necessary permits. Additionally, the river is subject to seasonal closures due to fire danger and other safety concerns.
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The class rating for this segment is considered to be Class III, with some Class IV rapids. The segment mileage is approximately 8.5 miles, and the river features several notable rapids and obstacles, including "The Chute," "S-turn," and "Rock Garden."
It is important to note that the Whitewater River is located on public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and therefore visitors must follow regulations and obtain the necessary permits. Additionally, the river is subject to seasonal closures due to fire danger and other safety concerns.
Get driving directions.
| Last Updated | 2023-11-30 |
| River Levels | 54 cfs (1.85 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 223% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | BIG ROCK C NR VALYERMO CA |
| Elevation | 4,069 ft. |
| River | |
| Watershed | Antelope-Fremont Valleys |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Rock | 8 | 5,417 ft | |||
| Mountain Oak | 17 | 6,203 ft | |||
| Lake | 8 | 6,129 ft | |||
| Southfork | 21 | 4,557 ft | |||
| Crystal Lake Rec Area | 191 | 5,689 ft | |||
| Glenn Camp | 8 | 2,095 ft | |||
| Little Jimmy | 16 | 7,419 ft | |||
| Sycamore Flats | 12 | 4,411 ft | |||
| Saddleback Butte State Park | 50 | 2,609 ft | |||
| Bohelli Regional Park | Numerous | 1,107 ft | |||
| Coldbrook | 20 | 3,285 ft |
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