CONFLUENCE WITH SUCKER CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH FORK COQUILLE RIVER
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. The strongest gusts will be along the beaches, headlands and higher coastal terrain. * WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, including Highway 101 from Brookings to Reedsport. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 76 cfs (0.72 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 519% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 14325000 |
The Whitewater River run from Confluence with Sucker Creek to Confluence with South Fork Coquille River in Oregon is a thrilling adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is around 500-1000 cubic feet per second (cfs), with higher flows increasing the difficulty and danger of the rapids.
The class rating of this section of the river varies from Class III to Class IV, with technical rapids and obstacles such as boulder gardens, steep drops, and tight chutes. The segment mileage is approximately 8 miles, and the run takes around 4-5 hours to complete.
Some of the notable rapids on this run include Sucker Creek Falls, a Class IV drop that requires precise navigation through a narrow channel, and the Wall, a Class III rapid with an intimidating rock wall on one side.
There are specific regulations in place to protect this area, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of paddlers allowed per day. Additionally, visitors are required to pack out all trash and follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
