Linville Gorge Wilderness Boundary To Southern End Of Wilderness, North-Carolina

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LINVILLE GORGE WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO SOUTHERN END OF WILDERNESS

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2025-03-27

1,206 ft 35.81, -81.91

Special Weather Statement
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Thursday afternoon will again be very dry, with minimum relative humidity in the 15-20% range across most of the region. While winds aren't expected to be as strong, gusts of 10-15mph are expected during the afternoon, along with very dry fuels and multiple ongoing wildfires. Therefore, enhanced fire danger conditions will continue. A statewide burn ban remains in place in both North Carolina and South Carolina until further notice. For northeast Georgia, consult your local burn- permitting authority on whether or not you may burn outdoors. If you do burn, exercise extreme caution.

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The Whitewater River run in Linville Gorge Wilderness, North Carolina is a popular destination for experienced paddlers seeking thrilling Class IV and V rapids. The ideal streamflow range for this 10-mile segment is between 300-600 cfs, with higher flows presenting significant danger. The Class IV rapids begin at the Wilderness boundary and continue for about 3 miles until the Class V rapid, "Gorilla". The remaining 7 miles are mostly Class III with a few Class IV rapids.

Specific river obstacles include the "Toilet Bowl" and "Sunshine" rapids, both Class IV, and the aforementioned "Gorilla" rapid, a Class V drop that requires precise navigation. Paddlers should also be aware of the large boulders and narrow channels throughout the run.

Regulations for the area include obtaining a permit from the US Forest Service and adhering to Leave No Trace principles. Due to the difficult nature of the run, paddlers should also have appropriate safety gear and experience. It is recommended that paddlers scout rapids before attempting them and paddle with a group. Multiple sources, including American Whitewater and the US Forest Service, confirm these details.

Last Updated	2025-03-27
River Levels	130 cfs (1.52 ft)
Percent of Normal	42%
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Class Level	iv-v
Elevation	ft
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 02138500

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Special Weather Statement
Until 2025-03-27T15:30:00-04:00 • National Weather Service
Thursday afternoon will again be very dry, with minimum relative humidity in the 15-20% range across most of the region. While winds aren't expected to be as strong, gusts of 10-15mph are expected during the afternoon, along with very dry fuels and multiple ongoing wildfires. Therefore, enhanced fire danger conditions will continue. A statewide burn ban remains in place in both North Carolina and South Carolina until further notice. For northeast Georgia, consult your local burn- permitting authority on whether or not you may burn outdoors. If you do burn, exercise extreme caution.