* WHAT...South to Southwest winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected for late Thursday Night into early Friday and Westerly winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected for late Friday morning through late Friday evening. * WHERE...Portions of northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, east central and eastern New York, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 1 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest winds gusts within the south to southwesterly flow on Thursday night into early Friday morning will be across the higher elevations. All areas will see widespread gusty winds later Friday morning through late Friday evening.
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 500-1500 cfs. The class rating for this stretch of the river is Class III, with a few Class IV rapids thrown in as well. The segment mileage is approximately 6.5 miles, and it offers a variety of exciting rapids and obstacles, including "The Ledges," "The Meatgrinder," and "The Last Drop."
It is important to note that this section of the river is subject to specific regulations. The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation states that all boaters must carry a personal flotation device at all times, and helmets are strongly recommended. In addition, boaters must not disturb any wildlife or vegetation along the riverbanks, and they must respect private landowners' property along the river.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from First Bridge to Walloomsac Brook offers an exciting and challenging adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. It is important to be aware of the specific regulations and ideal streamflow range to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
| Last Updated | 2025-12-09 |
| River Levels | 68 cfs (1.57 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 26% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 01334000 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Woodford State Park
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Red Mill Brook
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Clarksburg State Park
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