2025-12-25T23:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...For the first Winter Weather Advisory Above 8500 feet, wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches, locally up to 15 inches in the Tushar Range. * WHERE...Southern Mountains. * WHEN...For the first Winter Weather Advisory, until 11 PM MST this evening. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 PM Friday to 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are likely along higher elevation portions of SR-148, SR-14, and SR-143. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, winter driving conditions are expected across all area routes.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 500 and 2000 cfs. The class rating for this section ranges from class II to class IV, making it a moderately challenging run for experienced paddlers. The segment is approximately 15 miles long, starting at the Cottonwood Canyon Bridge and ending at the Whitewater Bridge.
There are several specific rapids and obstacles to navigate on this run, including the Class III+ “Chute,” the Class IV+ “The Squeeze,” and the Class IV “The Room of Doom.” Paddlers should be aware of the potential hazards and the need for proper equipment, including helmets and personal flotation devices.
There are specific regulations for this area, including a permit system for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of private boaters allowed per day. Additionally, all paddlers are required to carry a portable toilet and must follow Leave No Trace principles to protect the natural environment.
In summary, the Cottonwood Canyon segment of the Whitewater River in Utah offers intermediate to advanced paddlers an exciting and challenging run with specific obstacles and regulations to consider. Paddlers should be experienced, properly equipped, and aware of the ideal streamflow range and class rating before attempting this run.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 4 cfs (1.73 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 8% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09337000 |
UPPER PLEASANT CREEK CAMPGROUND
Pleasant Creek
LOWER BOWNS CAMPGROUND
Lower Bowns
Steep Creek Bench - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon
Horse Canyon - Grand Staircase Nat Mon
Cottonwood Canyon
1 Mile Below Highway 12 To Nf Boundary
Steep Creek