2025-12-05T11:00:00-07:00
...PROLONGED SNOW EVENT... .A plume of snow will continue to impacted north central Idaho into west central and southwest Montana tonight. The snow activity will decrease in intensity during the day on Friday, then a second plume of precipitation will impact the region late Friday through Saturday. * WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of moderate to isolated major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches mainly in the Missoula Valley and benches in the Bitterroot Valley. * WHERE...Missoula and Bitterroot Valley. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The Whitewater River Run in Montana offers a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-1500 cfs. This section of the river is rated as class III-IV, with some rapids being class V during high water. The segment mileage is approximately 18 miles, starting at the Lick Creek Bridge and ending at Twin Lakes Dam.
The river features several notable rapids, including "Pinball," "Lick Creek Falls," and "Bear Creek Rapid." These rapids offer challenging obstacles for paddlers, requiring advanced skills and experience to navigate safely.
There are specific regulations for this area, including a permit requirement for camping and a prohibition on campfires above 5000 feet elevation. Additionally, all boaters must carry proper safety equipment, including a personal flotation device and a helmet.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-03 |
| River Levels | 2050 cfs (3.88 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 86% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12344000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Three Frogs Campground
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Upper Como
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Lake Como
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Lake Como Campground
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Wood's Cabin
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Three Sisters Group Site Campground
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Lake Como Road Ravalli County
River Runs
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Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23W
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West Side Blodgett Campground, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W To Bitterroot Forest Boundary, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W
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S-B Boundary, Sec. 17, T6N, R21W To Westside Of Blodgett Campground, Sec. 17, T6N, R22W