2026-04-03T20:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...For the first Wind Advisory through tonight, west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. For the second Wind Advisory Friday, northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 11 PM PDT this evening. For the second Wind Advisory, from 5 AM to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds on Friday will be on the foothills of the San Bernardino mountains through the Cajon Pass and below the San Gorgonio Pass into the Inland Empire.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 500 and 1500 cfs. This section of the river is rated as class III-IV, making it a challenging run for experienced paddlers.
The segment mileage for this section of the river is approximately 10 miles and includes several rapids and obstacles such as “The Chute”, “The Sundial”, and “Razorback”. The Chute is a particularly challenging rapid that requires precise maneuvering to navigate safely.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a required permit for overnight camping. Additionally, all visitors are required to practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.
Sources such as American Whitewater and the U.S. Forest Service provide accurate and up-to-date information on the ideal streamflow range, class rating, segment mileage, specific rapids/obstacles, and regulations for the Whitewater River Run NFSR 3N16 to Confluence with Deep Creek. It is important for visitors to review this information before embarking on a whitewater rafting trip to ensure their safety and compliance with regulations.
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15-Day Weather Outlook
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 0 cfs (3.04 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 500-1500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 10260480 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
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Bench Trail
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Crab Flats
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Crab Flats Campground
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Crab Flats Family Campground
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Green Valley
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Green Valley Family Campground
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Nfsr 3N16 To Confluence With Deep Creek
Below Deep Creek Lake To Below 2W01 Crossing
Bluff Lake To Confluence With Bear Creek
Big Bear Dam To Private Land In Sec 19, T1N, R1W
Hitchcock Ranch Impoundment To Nfsr 3N16
Filaree Flat To Confluence With Bear Creek
Grout Bay Park
Dana Point Park
Switzer Park Picnic Ground
Meadows Edge Park
Crest Park
Holcomb Creek
Deep Creek
Arrowbear Lake
Big Bear Lake