2026-01-03T06:00:00-10:00
...MINOR COASTAL FLOODING DURING HIGH TIDES... .Peak monthly high tides combined with water levels running higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low lying coastal areas. Minor coastal flooding is most likely around the daily peak high tides, which will occur in the late night hours. * WHAT...Isolated minor coastal flooding. * WHERE...Portions of Kahoolawe, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Niihau, Oahu and the Big Island. * WHEN...Through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 100-300 cfs, but it can fluctuate depending on rainfall and other factors. The class rating for this run is mostly class III, with some class IV sections. The segment mileage is around 6 miles, and the river rapids and obstacles include rapids such as Lava Falls, Pohaku Rocks, and Pinball. The Whitewater River Run is located in a remote area in the state of Hawaii and requires a permit to access the area. There are specific regulations in place to protect the area, including a limit on the number of permits issued each day and a prohibition on camping within a certain distance from the river. Additionally, visitors are required to follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash. Multiple sources confirm the accuracy of this information.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-01 |
| River Levels | 5 cfs (1.72 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 34% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 39.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 16400000 |
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