High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan river run
High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan
The segment distance for this river run is approximately 18 miles, and it can be completed in one day or broken up into a multi-day trip. Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on this route include Devil's Elbow, The Climax, and The Chute. These rapids require technical skill and quick decision making, making this route best suited for experienced paddlers.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping and a minimum age requirement of 16 for commercial rafting trips. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the river.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from High Bridge Campground to Lake Chelan is an exciting and challenging adventure for experienced paddlers. It is important to check streamflow levels and regulations before embarking on this route 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 High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stehekin River At Stehekin | 4,530 cfs | → |
| Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount | 0 cfs | → |
| Methow River Above Goat Creek Near Mazama | 2,720 cfs | → |
| Twisp River Near Twisp | 1,310 cfs | → |
| Chewuch River At Winthrop | 1,680 cfs | → |
| Methow River At Winthrop | 4,950 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 1/4 Mile Upstream From Confluence With Stehekin River To Confluence With Stehekin River
- Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream Of 12 Unnamed Tributaries Between High Bridge Campground And Lake Chelan From Confluence With Stehekin River To Confluence With Stehekin River
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries Including North Fork Rainbow Creek, Bowan Creek, And Bench Creek To Ends 1/4 Mile Upstream Of The Confluence With The Stehekin River
Campgrounds
- Weaver Point
- Weaver Point - North Cascades National Park
- Purple Point
- Rainbow Bridge Camp
- Rainbow Bridge
- Purple Point Overflow
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 High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan 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 High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan
What's the optimal flow for High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan?
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 High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan.