Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground river run
Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground
The segment mileage for this run is around 8 miles, giving ample opportunity to experience the river at its best. Specific river rapids and obstacles to be aware of include Boulder Drop, Three Bears, Chaos, and Box Canyon. These rapids are challenging and require advanced skills and experience to navigate safely.
Specific regulations to the area include the requirement of a valid river permit, which can be obtained through the Forest Service or a licensed outfitter. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device at all times while on the river.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from Cottonwood Campground to High Bridge Campground is an exhilarating adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. It is essential to have the necessary skills and equipment to navigate the rapids safely and to follow all regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
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 Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount | 0 cfs | → |
| Stehekin River At Stehekin | 3,130 cfs | → |
| Thunder Creek Near Newhalem | 874 cfs | → |
| Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem | 30 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Newhalem | 5,530 cfs | → |
| Cascade River At Marblemount | 1,150 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
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Stehekin River
- Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Confluence With Stehekin River And Headwaters In Wenatchee National Forest To Confluence With Stehekin River
- Headwaters To Confluence With Stehekin River
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries Between Park Boundary And 1/4 Mile Upstream From The Stehekin To Confluence With Bridge Creek
Campgrounds
Parks
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 Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground 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 Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground
What's the optimal flow for Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground?
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 Cottonwood Campground To High Bridge Campground.