Winter Storm Warning
2026-02-23T07:00:00-05:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches with localized amounts up to 12 inches on the highest peaks of Shenandoah National Park. The strongest winds are expected tonight through Monday with northwest winds gusting around 35 to 45 mph. * WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult.

Headwaters South Of Flint Mountain To St. Mary's Wilderness Boundary Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Virginia

Last Updated: February 22, 2026

The Whitewater River Run in Virginia is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters.

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 300 and 600 cfs, with higher flows making the rapids more challenging. The run is rated as a Class III to IV+ depending on the segment, with several challenging rapids and drops such as the “Eddie Mayhem” and “The Slot.”

The total mileage of the river run is approximately 9.5 miles, starting at the Headwaters South of Flint Mountain and ending at the St. Mary's Wilderness Boundary. This run is divided into several segments, with the upper section being the most challenging due to its steeper gradient and more technical drops.

Kayakers and rafters should be aware of specific regulations in the area, such as the requirement for a permit to access the St. Mary's Wilderness Area. Additionally, there are restrictions on the number of people allowed in a party, and camping is only allowed in designated areas.

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River Run Details

Last Updated
River Levels	17 cfs ( ft)
Percent of Normal	+100%
Optimal Range	300-600 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	iii
Elevation	ft
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 01624800

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Winter Storm Warning
Until 2026-02-22T16:45:00-05:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches with localized amounts up to 12 inches on the highest peaks of Shenandoah National Park. The strongest winds are expected tonight through Monday with northwest winds gusting around 35 to 45 mph. * WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult.