2026-02-19T10:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 1500 ft, wet snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm Warning above 1500 ft, heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches for the passes north of I-5, and the Illinois Valley except up to 10 inches for the southern portions of the Illinois Valley. 1 to 2 ft in the Kalmiopsis Wilderness region. * WHERE...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 1500 ft, this includes Grants Pass, Wilderville, Merlin, Galice and Agness as well as portions of I-5 and Highway 199. For the Winter Storm Warning above 1500 ft, this includes Cave Junction, Obrien, Selma and Wolf Creek. This also includes portions of I-5 and Highway 199 and the Sexton Pass, Smith Hill and Stage Pass on I-5, Hayes Hill on Highway 199 and Bear Camp road in the Kalmiopsis Wilderness. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening and morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will be lighter and more showery tonight into Wednesday with mostly light accumulations. Another round of heavier snowfall is expected Wednesday night into Thursday. Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-2000 cfs, and it is rated as a class IV-V river, meaning it is very difficult and requires advanced skills.
The run begins at the Headwaters, which includes both unnamed forks and RR lakes, and extends to the confluence with Rough and Ready Creek. This segment covers approximately 11 miles and features challenging rapids and obstacles such as Tight Squeeze, Pinball, and S-Turn.
This area is regulated by the Bureau of Land Management, and all boaters are required to obtain a permit before accessing the river. Additionally, all boaters must follow Leave No Trace principles and take care to avoid damaging the fragile ecosystem surrounding the river.
Overall, the Whitewater River run is a challenging and exciting adventure for experienced boaters, but it is important to approach it with caution and respect for the environment.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-02-07 |
| River Levels | 146 cfs (1.63 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 26% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv-v |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14375100 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Illinois River Near Kerby
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662cfs |
Sucker Cr Bl Lt Grayback Cr Nr Holland
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100cfs |
Chetco River Near Brookings
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1110cfs |
Applegate River Near Wilderville
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345cfs |
Smith R Nr Crescent City Ca
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1390cfs |
Indian C Nr Happy Camp Ca
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227cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Shady Acres
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Josephine Creek Camp
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Josephine Campground
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Josephine Creek Campground
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Little Falls Campground
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River Runs
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Headwaters Including Both Unnamed Forks And Rr Lakes To Confluence With Rough And Ready Creek
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Confluence Of North And South Forks Rough And Ready To Middle Of Sec 15, T40S, R9W
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Middle Of Sec 15, T40S, R4E To Siskyou Nf Boundary (East Section Line Of Sec 13, T40S, R4E)
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Headwaters And Perennial Tributaries To West Section Line Of Sec 31, T40S, R10W
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Headwaters To Middle Of Sec 15, T39S, R4E
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West Fork Illinois River
Rough and Ready State Natural Site
Siskiyou National Forest
Illinois River Forks State Park
Wilderness Kalmiopsis