HEADWATERS TO SECTION 7

RIVER RUNS
2024-11-19
5,315 ft 43.64, -113.87

Winter Storm Warning
2024-12-27T17:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 19 inches. In the central Idaho mountains, including the towns of Stanley, Ketchum, and Hailey, amounts will range from 5 inches at the lowest elevation to more than 24 inches on the very highest peaks. For the areas bordering Utah, expect 1 inch at the lowest elevations to more than 20 on the highest peaks in that area. In the eastern and southeastern highlands, snowfall will range from 3 inches at lowest elevation to more than 20 inches in passes heading to Wyoming. * WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, Sun Valley Region, Wood River Foothills, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park, Teton Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, and Southern Hills/Albion Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.


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The Whitewater River Run from Headwaters to Section 7 in Idaho is a popular destination for thrill-seekers. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 1,000 and 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for this segment is Class III-IV, with some rapids reaching Class V during peak flow.

The total segment mileage for this run is approximately 20 miles, with the trip typically taking 1-2 days to complete. Some of the notable rapids and obstacles include Jake's and Devil's Tooth, both of which are Class IV rapids that require technical maneuvering.

It is important to note that this section of the river is subject to strict regulations, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of commercial trips allowed per day. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device at all times while on the river.

Last Updated 2024-11-19
River Levels 465 cfs (3.81 ft)
Percent of Normal 60%
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Class Level iii-iv
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 13147900
       

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