Winter Weather Advisory
2026-02-20T04:00:00-08:00

...A SERIES OF WEAK SYSTEMS WILL BRING WIDESPREAD SNOW TO THE NORTHERN OREGON AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON COAST AND CASCADE RANGES THROUGH AT LEAST THURSDAY NIGHT... .A broad area of low pressure will continue to bring widespread snow showers to elevations above 1500 ft through at least Thursday night. Give the showery nature of the precipitation and uncertainty as to the exact track of the Wednesday night system, there is some variability in forecast total snow fall accumulations through Thursday night. While the forecast remains on track for overall snowfall totals, where exactly the highest accumulations remain in flux. * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches through Wednesday night and another 2 to 4 inches of snow Thursday morning through Thursday night. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

Headwaters To Three Sisters Wilderness Boundary Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Oregon

Last Updated: 2026-02-07

The Whitewater River Run, located in the state of Oregon, spans from the Headwaters to the Three Sisters Wilderness Boundary.

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 500-1,500 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the peak runoff occurring in late May to early June. The class rating of this run is class III-IV, with some challenging rapids and obstacles along the way.

The segment mileage for this run is approximately 6.5 miles, with steep, narrow canyons and beautiful natural scenery. Some of the most notable rapids and obstacles include the "Toilet Bowl," the "Chicken Shoot," and the "Double Drop." These offer exciting challenges for experienced kayakers and rafters.

There are specific regulations to the area, including a permit required for overnight camping and a limit of 12 people per group. Additionally, the use of portable toilets is required to protect the river's water quality.

Overall, the Whitewater River Run is a challenging and exciting experience for experienced kayakers and rafters. With stunning natural scenery and thrilling rapids, it is a must-visit for any adventure seeker.

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River Run Details

Last Updated	2026-02-07
River Levels	373 cfs (4.1 ft)
Percent of Normal	44%
Status
Class Level	iii-iv
Elevation	ft
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 14159200

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Winter Weather Advisory
Until 2026-02-18T12:00:00-08:00 • National Weather Service
...A SERIES OF WEAK SYSTEMS WILL BRING WIDESPREAD SNOW TO THE NORTHERN OREGON AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON COAST AND CASCADE RANGES THROUGH AT LEAST THURSDAY NIGHT... .A broad area of low pressure will continue to bring widespread snow showers to elevations above 1500 ft through at least Thursday night. Give the showery nature of the precipitation and uncertainty as to the exact track of the Wednesday night system, there is some variability in forecast total snow fall accumulations through Thursday night. While the forecast remains on track for overall snowfall totals, where exactly the highest accumulations remain in flux. * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches through Wednesday night and another 2 to 4 inches of snow Thursday morning through Thursday night. * WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.