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Rainfall from the past week has increased soil moisture to high levels across western Washington. Additional rainfall of of one to three inches is expected with the system today into Wednesday morning. This amount of rain will continue to put extra pressure on soil instability, leading to an increased threat of landslides and debris flows, especially from recent burned areas. This rain event could act as a trigger for new landslides. Areas most susceptible to landslides debris flows under these conditions are steep coastal bluffs, other steep hillsides or road cuts, and recent burned areas. A diminishing threat of landslides and debris flows will continue for several days after the rain ends. For more information about current conditions, visit www.weather.gov/seattle, select Hydrology, and then scroll down for the links to the landslide information pages. For more information on landslides, visit the website for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources landslide geologic hazards at: http://bit.ly/2mtA3wn
Summary
The river is rated a Class III-IV, which means it is considered intermediate to advanced and requires experience and strong paddling skills. The segment mileage is approximately 12 miles and includes rapids such as "The Narrows", "Boulder Drop", and "Pinball". These rapids offer exciting challenges for experienced whitewater paddlers.
The area is regulated by the National Park Service and requires a permit for overnight camping. The use of motorized boats is prohibited, and all visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles. The river is only accessible by foot, and there are no designated put-in or take-out points, so visitors must be prepared for a rugged and remote experience.
According to American Whitewater, the Whitewater River Run offers some of the most challenging and rewarding whitewater paddling in the Olympic Peninsula. However, it is important to note that due to the remote nature of the area and the high level of difficulty, this run is not recommended for novice paddlers. It is crucial to have proper training and gear, along with experience in Class III-IV rapids, before attempting this run.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-08 |
| River Levels | 130 cfs (1.64 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 42% |
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| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 22.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12052210 |
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Area Campgrounds
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Camp Handy
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Camp Mystery
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Dose Forks
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Big Timber
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Dosewallips Campground
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Dosewallips
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River Runs
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Headwaters At 5700 Ft In The Royal Basin And Includes All Tributaries Within The Park To Eastern Boundary Of Olympic National Forest
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Headwaters At About 6000 Ft. In Basins On The North Side Of Gray Wolf Pass And Includes All Tributaries Within The Park To Eastern Boundary Of Olympic National Forest
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Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Dosewallips River