Oregon Whitewater

HEADWATERS TO ROGUE-UMPQUA WILDERNESS BOUNDARY


STREAMFLOW: 225 CFS

• Class III River Run

The Whitewater River run in Oregon spans 13.5 miles from Headwaters to the Rogue-Umpqua Wilderness Boundary. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 400 and 2,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The segment is rated class III to IV, offering exciting rapids and challenging obstacles such as Double Trouble, Jumpoff Joe, and Pinball. The run includes continuous rapids, tight squeezes, and steep drops.

It is important to note that a permit is required to access the Whitewater River run, and groups must be limited to no more than 12 people. Additionally, all visitors must adhere to the Leave No Trace principles to preserve the natural beauty of the area. The Umpqua National Forest also has specific regulations in place for camping, fire restrictions, and food storage to protect the wildlife and ecosystem.

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HEADWATERS TO ROGUE-UMPQUA WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Last Updated 2024-04-25
River Levels 145 cfs (5.14 ft)
Percent of Normal 77%
Reporting Streamgauge FISH CREEK ABV SLIPPER CREEK NR TOKETEE FALLS, OR
Elevation 3,052 ft.
River
Watershed Upper Rogue

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Natural Bridge 19 3,237 ft
River Bridge 15 2,842 ft
Whitehorse Falls 9 3,777 ft
Farewell Bend 73 3,431 ft
Huckleberry City 25 5,501 ft
Toketee Lake 32 2,452 ft
Hamaker 10 4,031 ft
Clearwater Falls 17 4,270 ft

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