* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington, Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Skagit and Whatcom. In west central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish and Thurston. * WHEN...From 10 AM PST this morning through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A series of weather systems this week will bring another round of significant rainfall to western Washington through Wednesday. Preliminary liquid totals of 2 to 6 inches, locally higher in some spots, will cause additional sharp rises to area rivers. Urban and small stream flooding remains possible for areas with poor drainage. Very saturated soils will maintain increased risk for potential landslides and debris flows off of burn scars. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
The Whitewater River run is a 12-mile stretch of river that flows from the downstream waters of Ozette Lake to the mouth at the Pacific Ocean in Washington state.
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The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800 and 2,500 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs during the spring runoff season.
The Whitewater River run is rated as a Class III-IV, which means it is suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 12 miles, and it features several challenging rapids and obstacles, including Devil's Punchbowl, Meat Grinder, and Triple Falls.
Specific regulations for the area include a permit requirement for anyone launching from the Ozette Indian Reservation and a prohibition on camping within 200 feet of the river. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) and carry a whistle for signaling in case of emergency.
Sources:
- American Whitewater: Whitewater River - Ozette Lake to Pacific Ocean
- Northwest Rafting Company: Whitewater River
- Washington State Department of Natural Resources: Whitewater River Recreation Site
| Last Updated | 2025-12-14 |
| River Levels | 12 cfs (4.71 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 86% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 5.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12043163 |
Sooes River Below Miller Creek Near Ozette
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647cfs |
Hoko River Near Sekiu
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1150cfs |
Calawah River Near Forks
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2010cfs |
Hoh River At Us Highway 101 Near Forks
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4860cfs |
Queets River Near Clearwater
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9310cfs |
Elwha River At Mcdonald Br Near Port Angeles
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3140cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Ozette - Olympic National Park
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Ozette
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Sand Point Campground
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Cape Alava Campground
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Norwegian Memorial
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