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 2 to 7 inches through Wednesday night and another 1 to 3 inches of snow Thursday morning through Thursday night. * WHERE...Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, North and Central Coast Range Mountains of Oregon, Willapa Hills, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * 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 between 600-1500 cfs. The segment covers a distance of 4.5 miles from the Eastern Siuslaw National Forest boundary to the confluence with Jump Creek. The class rating for the rapids on this run is Class IV+, which means that it is a highly challenging run with difficult rapids and obstacles that require advanced paddling skills. Some of the specific rapids and obstacles on this run include Widowmaker, Double Drop, and the S-Turn.
Kayakers and rafters must follow specific regulations when navigating this river. A permit is required to access the river, and all visitors must comply with Leave No Trace principles to protect the environment and wildlife. Additionally, visitors should be prepared for challenging conditions, including cold water and steep terrain. Proper equipment and safety gear are essential for a successful run on this river.
In conclusion, the Whitewater River run in Oregon is a highly challenging and scenic adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range is between 600-1500 cfs, and the segment covers 4.5 miles from the Eastern Siuslaw National Forest boundary to the confluence with Jump Creek. The rapids on this run are Class IV+, and visitors must follow specific regulations to protect the environment and ensure their safety.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-02-07 |
| River Levels | 380 cfs (3.73 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 28% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv+ |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14307620 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Siuslaw River Near Mapleton
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1640cfs |
Long Tom River Near Noti
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228cfs |
East Fork Lobster Creek Near Alsea
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21cfs |
Umpqua River Near Elkton
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3980cfs |
Long Tom River Near Alvadore
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44cfs |
Alsea River Near Tidewater
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864cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Archie Knowles
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Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
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Whittaker Creek Campground
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Whittaker Creek
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Vincent Creek Recreation Site
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Vincent Creek Campground
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Mapleton Transient Float
Whittaker Creek Campground
River Runs
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Eastern Siuslaw Nf Boundary To Confluence With Jump Creek
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Confluence With Jump Creek To East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19S, R10W
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East Section Line Of Sec 36, T19S, R10W To South Section Line Of Sec 32, T19S, R10W
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Confluence Of Lake Creek To Launch Site At Wildcat Creek
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Siuslaw River Seg C
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Wildcat Creek Launch Site To Clay Creek Campground