2025-12-06T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. There is a likelihood of major winter storm impacts. Total snow accumulations 2 to 6 inches in the valleys and 9 to 18 inches in the higher terrain including Lolo Pass. * WHERE...Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass, Pierce, Dixie, Elk River, and Elk City. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 500 and 1,500 cubic feet per second (cfs). The river is rated as a Class III-IV, making it suitable for experienced paddlers. The segment mileage for this section of the river is approximately 6 miles, starting at the Road Crossing in Section 14, T31N, R9E and ending at the Headwaters.
There are several rapids and obstacles along the route, including the infamous "Boulder Garden" and "Pinball," which can be challenging even for experienced kayakers. It is important for paddlers to be aware of the river's hazards and to take appropriate safety measures.
In terms of regulations, the Whitewater River Run is located in the Payette National Forest, and permits are required for overnight camping. Visitors are also expected to follow Leave No Trace principles and to respect the natural environment.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-04 |
| River Levels | 6370 cfs (6.32 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 59% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13336500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Selway River Nr Lowell Id
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1120cfs |
Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
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821cfs |
Sf Clearwater River Nr Elk City Id
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42cfs |
Clear Ck At Kooskia National Fish Hatchery
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18cfs |
Sf Clearwater River At Stites Id
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224cfs |
Lolo Creek Nr Greer Id
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771cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Slims Camp
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Selway Falls
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Race Track
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Selway Falls Campground
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Fog Mountain - Dispersed
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Gedney Creek
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River Runs
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Road Crossing, Sec. 14, T31N, R9E To Headwaters
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Selway River, Sec. 11, T31N, R9E To Road Crossing, Sec. 14, T31N, R9E
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Fs Road 319 To Selway River Road (Fs 223)
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Wilderness Boundary To Fs Road 319
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Headwaters (Sec 5, T32N, R10E) To Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary
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Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 35, T33N, R9E To Headwaters, Sec. 33, T33N, R10E