HEADWATERS TO ROGUE-UMPQUA WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 145 cfs (5.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 147% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 14315950 |
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.
