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.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is around 500-1000 cfs. This stretch of river is class III-IV, with some sections pushing into class V during high water. The segment mileage is approximately 10 miles from the Headwaters to the Confluence with Unnamed Creek West of Bruler Creek.
The Whitewater River features many challenging rapids, including Upper and Lower Bouncing Betty, The Wall, and Widowmaker. These rapids contain steep drops, technical moves, and big waves. There are also several sections with boulder gardens and tight channels that require precise navigation.
In terms of regulations, the Whitewater River is located within the Kalmiopsis Wilderness and is protected under the Wilderness Act. This means that visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles, and no mechanized or motorized equipment is allowed. Additionally, there are restrictions on group size and camping locations to protect the fragile ecosystem.
Overall, the Whitewater River run is a thrilling adventure for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. It is important to check current streamflow levels and weather conditions before attempting this run, as it can be dangerous during high water.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-02-07 |
| River Levels | 30 cfs (3.44 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 32% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14180300 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Blowout Creek Near Detroit
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73cfs |
No Santiam R Blw Boulder Crk
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855cfs |
Breitenbush R Abv French Cr Nr Detroit
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492cfs |
Quartzville Creek Near Cascadia
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511cfs |
North Santiam River At Niagara
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1040cfs |
Schafer Creek Near Lacomb
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5cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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South Pyramid Horse Camp
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Old Miners Meadow Group Use Area
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Southshore Campground
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Yellowbottom Recreation Site
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Cove Creek Campground
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Yellowbottom
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Cove Creek Campground
River Runs
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Headwaters To Confluence With Unnamed Creek West Of Bruler Creek
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West Section Line Of Sec 31, T12S, R6E To Middle Santiam Wilderness Boundary
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Middle Santiam River
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Middle Santiam Wilderness Boundary To Willamette Nf Boundary
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Confluence With Unnamed Creek West Of Bruler To Willamette Nf Boundary
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Confluence With North Fork Breitenbush River To Detroit Reservoir
Detroit Lake- Mongold Wayside
Detroit Lake State Recreation Area
Santiam State Forest