* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 2 feet with locally higher accumulations up to 30 inches across the upper Cottonwoods. * WHERE...The Wasatch Mountains, and Western Uinta Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions can be expected on all mountain routes. Traction restrictions are likely. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of heavy snow is expected between roughly 5 AM to 11 AM, with snowfall rates generally 1 to 2 inches per hour likely, except exceeding 2 inches per hour in the Upper Cottonwoods. Northwesterly flow prevailing behind a frontal passage will result in lingering showers through the end of the day Wednesday.
The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 800-4000 cfs, with the best time for rafting being in the spring and early summer. The river is rated as Class II-IV rapids, with some sections being more challenging than others.
The first segment of the river, from the source to the town of Hanna, is a Class II-III section with several rapids and obstacles, including the "Toilet Bowl" and "S-Turn". The second segment, from Hanna to the town of Duchesne, is a Class III-IV section with bigger rapids such as the "Devil's Hole" and "Little Niagara". The final segment, from Duchesne to the Green River, is a Class II section with calmer waters.
There are certain regulations in place for the Whitewater River Run to ensure safety and preservation of the natural environment. A permit is required for commercial trips, and all boaters are required to adhere to Leave No Trace principles. Additionally, there are restrictions on camping, fires, and littering along the river.
Wind
Humidity
| Last Updated | 2025-12-30 |
| River Levels | 1140 cfs (6.62 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 215% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 10011500 |
Weber River Near Oakley
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52cfs |
Bear River Near Utah-Wyoming State Line
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97cfs |
Provo River Near Woodland
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56cfs |
Weber River Near Peoa
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42cfs |
Weber River Near Wanship
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25cfs |
Provo River Near Hailstone
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120cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Trial Lake Campground
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Sulphur
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Sulphur Campground
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Smith - Morehouse
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Smith-Morehouse Campground
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Ledgefork
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