Texas Whitewater
HWY 96 BRIDGE TO NECHES RIVER SALTWATER BARRIER
STREAMFLOW: 13,800 CFS
• Class II-III River Run
The Whitewater River Run on the Neches River in Texas is a popular kayaking and canoeing destination. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 1,000 and 4,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the best time to visit being after rainfall or during the spring season. The river is rated as a Class II-III, making it suitable for intermediate-level paddlers. The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 8 miles, stretching from the Hwy 96 Bridge to the Neches River Saltwater Barrier.
The Whitewater River Run features several rapids and obstacles, including the "Big Nasty" rapid, which is a Class III rapid with a large rock in the middle of the channel that creates a challenging drop. Other notable rapids include "S-Turn Rapid" and "Lower Falls Rapid." Paddlers should be aware of low-hanging branches and debris in the river, particularly after heavy rainfall.
Specific regulations for this area include a requirement for personal flotation devices for all paddlers, as well as a ban on alcohol consumption while on the river. Paddlers are also required to obtain a permit from the Angelina-Neches-Dam B Association before embarking on the river run. Overall, the Whitewater River Run offers a thrilling adventure for intermediate-level paddlers seeking a challenging and scenic river run in Texas. Get driving directions.
The Whitewater River Run features several rapids and obstacles, including the "Big Nasty" rapid, which is a Class III rapid with a large rock in the middle of the channel that creates a challenging drop. Other notable rapids include "S-Turn Rapid" and "Lower Falls Rapid." Paddlers should be aware of low-hanging branches and debris in the river, particularly after heavy rainfall.
Specific regulations for this area include a requirement for personal flotation devices for all paddlers, as well as a ban on alcohol consumption while on the river. Paddlers are also required to obtain a permit from the Angelina-Neches-Dam B Association before embarking on the river run. Overall, the Whitewater River Run offers a thrilling adventure for intermediate-level paddlers seeking a challenging and scenic river run in Texas. Get driving directions.
Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
River Levels | 2990 cfs (7.17 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 144% |
Reporting Streamgauge | Neches Rv at Evadale, TX |
Elevation | 31 ft. |
River | Neches-River |
Watershed | Lower Neches |
Nearby Camping
Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Boles Field | 20 | 308 ft | |||
Mill Creek - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 110 | 181 ft | |||
Ebenezer - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 30 | 192 ft | |||
Campers Cove - Town Bluff Reservoir | Numerous | 93 ft | |||
Rayburn - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 70 | 183 ft | |||
Twin Dikes - Sam Rayburn Reservior | 45 | 198 ft | |||
Magnolia Ridge - Town Bluff Reservoir | 40 | 90 ft | |||
Sandy Creek | 15 | 161 ft | |||
Mission Dolores City RV Park | 32 | 345 ft | |||
Sandy Creek - Town Bluff Reservoir | 70 | 112 ft | |||
Martin Dies State Park | 225 | 88 ft | |||
Village Creek State Park | 41 | 36 ft | |||
San Augustine - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 100 | 194 ft |
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