Headwaters (Sec 5, T32n, R10e) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2026-01-26

The Whitewater River run from Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) to Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary in Idaho is an advanced level run with a class rating of IV-V.


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Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run ranges from 1,200-2,000 cfs. This 20-mile segment of the river contains numerous rapids and obstacles such as House Rock, Big Rock, and Widowmaker. The rapids on this run are technical with steep drops, narrow chutes, and large boulders. It is recommended that only experienced whitewater paddlers attempt this run.

The specific regulations for this area require a permit to access the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary. This permit can be obtained from the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness ranger station. Additionally, all boaters are required to follow Leave No Trace principles, carry a portable toilet, and pack out all trash.

River Run Details

Last Updated 2026-01-26
River Levels 6370 cfs (6.32 ft)
Percent of Normal 113%
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Class Level None
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 13336500
       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundarySELWAY RIVER NR LOWELL ID Preview Selway River Nr Lowell Id
1510.0cfs
1510cfs
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryLOCHSA RIVER NR LOWELL ID Preview Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
1410.0cfs
1410cfs
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundarySF CLEARWATER RIVER NR ELK CITY ID Preview Sf Clearwater River Nr Elk City Id
41.6cfs
42cfs
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryCLEAR CK AT KOOSKIA NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY Preview Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery
18.4cfs
18cfs
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundarySF CLEARWATER RIVER AT STITES ID Preview Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id
199.0cfs
199cfs
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryLOLO CREEK NR GREER ID Preview Lolo Creek Nr Greer Id
771.0cfs
771cfs
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Area Campgrounds

Location Reservations Toilets
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryFog Mountain - Dispersed Preview Fog Mountain - Dispersed
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryGedney Creek Preview Gedney Creek
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryRace Track Preview Race Track
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundarySelway Falls Campground Preview Selway Falls Campground
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundarySelway Falls Preview Selway Falls
Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness BoundaryGlover Campground Preview Glover Campground
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River Runs