SOUTH FORK COQUILLE RIVER

RIVER RUNS
2024-09-23
204 ft 42.83, -124.04

High Surf Advisory
2024-12-22T22:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 21 to 26 feet. For the High Surf Warning, dangerously large breaking waves of 25 to 33 feet. * WHERE...The beaches and shorelines of Curry, Coos, and Douglas counties. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, through 10 PM PST Sunday. For the High Surf Warning, from 10 PM Sunday to 10 PM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Extremely large breaking waves will create very hazardous conditions along beaches and area shorelines. Waves will inundate beaches and surge into normally dry areas. Infrastructure damage and significant beach erosion can be expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The surf will remain hazardous but slightly improve tonight. Conditions will worsen again late Sunday night through Monday evening due to a strong, building, long period swell. The highest surf is expected Monday morning into Monday afternoon. Conditions are expected to slowly improve on Tuesday. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr


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The South Fork Coquille River is a popular whitewater run located in Oregon. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 700 and 1500 cubic feet per second (cfs). The river is rated as a class III-IV run, with a segment mileage of 8 miles. The river is known for its challenging rapids and obstacles, including "Boulder Creek Falls," "Logjam," and "S-Turn." It is important for paddlers to have previous whitewater experience before attempting this run.

Specific regulations for the South Fork Coquille River include a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of commercial trips per season. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping and campfires along the river. Paddlers are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles and to respect the natural environment.

In summary, the South Fork Coquille River is a challenging and exciting whitewater run in Oregon, with an ideal streamflow range of 700-1500 cfs, a class III-IV rating, 8 miles of segment mileage, and specific rapids and obstacles. It is important to be aware of specific regulations for the area, including permit requirements for commercial outfitters and restrictions on camping and campfires.

Last Updated 2024-09-23
River Levels 76 cfs (0.72 ft)
Percent of Normal 65%
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Class Level iii-iv
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 14325000

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