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Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28s,R11w Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2025-06-28

The whitewater river run from Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) to West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11W in California is a popular destination for whitewater rafting enthusiasts.


Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 1,000 and 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). This section is rated as class III-IV, meaning it is suitable for experienced paddlers with good technical skills.

The segment covers a distance of approximately 9 miles, with numerous rapids and obstacles along the way. Some of the rapids include Pinball, Little Widowmaker, and Powerhouse. The river also features several challenging drops and steep chutes, which require careful navigation.

There are specific regulations that visitors must adhere to when visiting this area. For example, all visitors must obtain a permit before entering the wilderness area, and fires are only allowed in designated fire rings. Additionally, visitors must pack out all trash and waste, and are not allowed to camp within 100 feet of the river.



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15-Day Weather Outlook


River Run Details

Last Updated 2025-06-28
River Levels 13 cfs (3.51 ft)
Percent of Normal 43%
Status
Class Level iii-iv
Elevation ft
Streamflow Discharge cfs
Gauge Height ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 11480390
       

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WMAD R AB RUTH RES NR FOREST GLEN CA Preview Mad R Ab Ruth Res Nr Forest Glen Ca
213.0cfs
213cfs
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WELDER C NR PASKENTA CA Preview Elder C Nr Paskenta Ca
353.0cfs
353cfs
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WTRINITY R A DOUGLAS CITY CA Preview Trinity R A Douglas City Ca
748.0cfs
748cfs
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WEEL R A FORT SEWARD CA Preview Eel R A Fort Seward Ca
8020.0cfs
8020cfs
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WINDIAN C NR DOUGLAS CITY CA Preview Indian C Nr Douglas City Ca
159.0cfs
159cfs
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WCLEAR C NR IGO CA Preview Clear C Nr Igo Ca
364.0cfs
364cfs
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Area Campgrounds

Location Reservations Toilets
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WChicago Camp Preview Chicago Camp
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WCherry Camp Preview Cherry Camp
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WPost Creek Lookout Preview Post Creek Lookout
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WHawk Camp Preview Hawk Camp
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WWatertrough Camp Preview Watertrough Camp
Headwaters (At Wilderness Boundary) To West Section Line Of Sec 28, T28S,R11WD Camp Preview D Camp
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River Runs