Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679 river run
Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679
The river has several notable rapids and obstacles, including Big Boof, a technical class III rapid, and the S-Turn, which is a fun and challenging class II rapid. Other notable obstacles include the Railroad Bridge Rapid and the Broken Bridge Rapid.
There are specific regulations in place for the Whitewater River run. All paddlers must wear a properly fitted personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the river. Additionally, all paddlers must wear a helmet while on the river.
In conclusion, the Whitewater River run in Kentucky is a challenging and exciting destination for white water rafting enthusiasts. With ideal streamflow range of 300 to 800 cfs, a class III rating, several notable rapids and obstacles, and specific regulations in place, this run is sure to provide a thrilling, yet safe, experience for all.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679 -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland River At Cumberland Falls | 439 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Williamsburg | 559 cfs | → |
| South Fork Cumberland River Near Stearns | 122 cfs | → |
| Clear Fork At Saxton | 55 cfs | → |
| Lynn Camp Creek At Corbin | 18 cfs | → |
| South Fk Cumberland River At Leatherwood Ford | 132 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
Other river runs
- Kentucky Road 679 To Confluence Of Cumberland River
- 4 Miles Downstream From The Kentucky Highway 90 Bridge To Confluence With Cane Creek
- Tn/Ky State Line To White Oak Junction
- Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows
- U.S. 127 Bridge To Morgan County Line
Campgrounds
- Sandhill Rv Camp
- Cumberland Falls State Park
- Blue Heron - Big South Fork Area
- Alum Ford
- Alum Ford - Big South Fork Area
- Bear Creek Horse Camp
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679 as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679
What's the optimal flow for Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679.