High Wind Watch
2025-12-17T10:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, and Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to saturated grounds from previous heavy rain, expect more widespread impacts with these winds.

Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5) To Confluence With Skagit River Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Washington

Last Updated: 2025-12-14

The Upper Goodell Campground to Confluence With Skagit River whitewater river run in Washington is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters.

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Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1000-3000 cfs, although it is possible to run the river at higher or lower flows with experience.

The segment mileage for this run is approximately 6 miles, and it is rated as a Class III-IV section of whitewater. The rapids and obstacles on this run include S-Bend, Corkscrew, Pinball, and the infamous Gorilla rapid, which is considered by many to be one of the most challenging rapids in the world.

Specific regulations for the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping at Upper Goodell Campground, as well as restrictions on campfires and human waste disposal. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) and have a whistle and light on their boats.

Sources:

1. American Whitewater: Upper Goodell Campground to Confluence With Skagit River
2. Washington State Parks: Upper Skagit River
3. National Park Service: North Cascades National Park Boating Regulations

River Run Details

Last Updated	2025-12-14
River Levels	3010 cfs (83.3 ft)
Percent of Normal	500%
Status
Class Level	iii-iv
Elevation	ft
Run Length	13.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 12178000

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High Wind Watch
Until 2025-12-15T17:00:00-08:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, and Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to saturated grounds from previous heavy rain, expect more widespread impacts with these winds.