Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake river run
Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake
The river is characterized by continuous rapids, tight turns, and steep drops, making it a thrilling experience for experienced rafters. The river contains several notable rapids such as Zig Zag, Corkscrew, and Deadman's Drop which add to the excitement of the run.
As this is a wilderness area, there are specific regulations to be followed. A permit is required to access the area and groups are limited to 12 people. Additionally, campfires are not allowed within 200 feet of the river and all human waste must be packed out.
Overall, the Whitewater River run in the Mt. Thielsen Wilderness area of Oregon is a thrilling and challenging experience for experienced rafters. With the ideal streamflow range of 300-600 cfs, class rating of III-IV, and notable rapids and obstacles, it is sure to provide an exciting adventure while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding wilderness.
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 Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Umpqua R Bl Lemolo Lk Nr T Falls | 87 cfs | → |
| N.Umpqua R Abv White Mule Ck | 89 cfs | → |
| Lake Creek Near Diamond | 113 cfs | → |
| N.Umpqua R Blw Warm Springs Ck Nr Toketee Falls | 80 cfs | → |
| Clearwater R Ab Trap Cr Nr T Falls | 69 cfs | → |
| Clearwater R Blw Mowich Creek | 68 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
- East Lemolo
- Digit Point Campground
- North End Boating Site (Diamond Lake)
- North End Boat Ramp
- Diamond Lake Campground - C Loop
- Thielsen View
Other river runs
- Oregon Cascades Recreation Area Boundary To Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary
- Lemolo Lake To Oregon Cacades Recreation Area Boundary
- Lower Timpanogas Lake To Confluence With Echo Creek
- Headwaters To Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary
- Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With North Fork Rogue River
Campgrounds
- Kelsay Valley Campground / Trailhead
- Kelsay Valley Trailhead Campground
- Kelsay Valley Campground
- Linda Lake Forest Camp
- Inlet Campground
- East Lemolo Campground
Fishing spots
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 Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake 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 Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake
What's the optimal flow for Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake?
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 Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake.