2026-01-02T12:00:00-07:00
...SNOW AND WINTRY MIX FOR THURSDAY NIGHT INTO FRIDAY... .This set of Winter Weather Advisories has been issued due to concerns for mixed precipitation types given the recent colder weather and subsequently cold road temperatures. Do not expect significant or major accumulations amounts of ice and/or snow. Rain or wet snow falling on frozen surfaces can easily become very slick and exacerbated by compaction and/or frictional heating from tires on roadways. * WHAT...Snow and mixed precipitation expected. There is a chance of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to two inches and ice accumulations up to one-tenth of an inch. * WHERE...I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, and Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to noon MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 500 and 2000 cfs, which can vary depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
This section is rated as a Class III-IV rapids, with a total segment mileage of approximately 5 miles. Along the way, there are several challenging rapids and obstacles, including High Falls, a 15-foot waterfall.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters. Private boaters are also required to follow guidelines for responsible recreation, such as packing out all trash and avoiding damaging the natural environment.
Overall, the High Falls Creek Headwaters to Mainstem section of the Whitewater River offers a thrilling whitewater experience for experienced paddlers within a beautiful natural setting.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-29 |
| River Levels | 3180 cfs (4.59 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 173% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12340000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Blackfoot River Near Bonner Mt
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1330cfs |
Clark Fork Above Missoula Mt
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2190cfs |
Clark Fork At Turah Bridge Nr Bonner Mt
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878cfs |
South Fork Jocko River Near Arlee Mt
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63cfs |
Bitterroot River Near Missoula Mt
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1970cfs |
Clark Fork Below Missoula Mt
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3980cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Johnsrud Park FAS
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THIBODEAU CAMPGROUND
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Thibodeau FAS
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Missoula KOA
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MT 200 10495, Missoula County
Johnsrud Boat Launch
Whitaker Boat Launch
WHITAKER BRIDGE DAY USE
River Runs
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High Falls Creek Headwaters, Sec. 5, T14N, R18W To Mainstem, Sec. 2, T14N, R18W
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East Fork Headwaters, Sec. 8, T14N, R17W To Mainstem, Sec. 14, T14N, R18W
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Lake Creek Headwaters, Sec. 30, T15N, R18W To Mainstem, Sec. 21, T15N, R18W
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Wrangle Creek Headwaters, Sec. 18, T15N, R18W To Mainstem, Sec. 21, T15N, R18W
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Spring Gulch Headwaters, Sec. 12, T14N, R19W To Mainstem, Sec. 35, T14N, R19W
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Mainstem Headwaters, Sec. 4, T15N, R18W To Boundary, Sec. 2, T13N, R18W