Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) river run
Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1)
Specific regulations to the area include a required permit for all commercial and private rafters, which can be obtained through the National Park Service. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear appropriate personal flotation devices (PFDs) and follow Leave No Trace principles. The area is also designated as a Wild and Scenic River, which means that certain restrictions apply, such as no motorized boats and limited group size.
It is important to note that the Whitewater River Run can be dangerous and should only be attempted by experienced whitewater paddlers. Water levels can change rapidly, and there are many hazards, including undercut rocks and strainers. It is recommended that boaters scout the rapids before attempting them and that they paddle with a group of experienced paddlers.
Sources:
- National Park Service. (n.d.). Whitewater River Run. Retrieved from https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/whitewater-river-run.htm
- American Whitewater. (n.d.). Whitewater River - Headwaters to Ends Upstream of the Diversion Dam (Rm 1), Washington. Retrieved from https://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/1824/
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem | 30 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Newhalem | 3,910 cfs | → |
| Thunder Creek Near Newhalem | 531 cfs | → |
| Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount | 410 cfs | → |
| Cascade River At Marblemount | 1,020 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Marblemount | 5,080 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- Begins Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) To Confluence With Skagit River
- Begins Below Gorge Powerhouse To Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary
- Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5) To Confluence With Skagit River
- South Section Line Of Sec 24, T36n, R10e To Confluence With Skagit River
- Headwaters And Includes Tributaries To Confluence With Stehekin River
Campgrounds
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1)
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1)?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1).