Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River river run
Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River
The segment mileage of the Whitewater River Run is approximately 5 miles, starting at the headwaters and including all tributaries within the park until it reaches the confluence with North Fork Skokomish River. This stretch of river offers a mix of technical rapids, including boulder gardens and steep drops, as well as sections of calm water that allow for recovery between rapids.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including permits for group use and regulations on camping and campfires. It is important for visitors to familiarize themselves with these regulations before embarking on the Whitewater River Run.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run provides a thrilling and challenging experience for seasoned paddlers. However, it is important to note that this river is not recommended for beginners or those without experience navigating class III-IV rapids.
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 Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Skokomish R Bl Staircase Rpds Nr Hoodsport | 118 cfs | → |
| South Fork Skokomish River Near Union | 172 cfs | → |
| Wynoochee River Near Grisdale | 214 cfs | → |
| North Fork Skokomish River Near Potlatch | 254 cfs | → |
| Skokomish River Near Potlatch | 512 cfs | → |
| Wynoochee River Above Save Creek Near Aberdeen | 308 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.
Boat launches
Other river runs
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Campgrounds
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 Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River 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 Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River?
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 Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Confluence With North Fork Skokomish River.