Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Dosewallips River Paddle Report

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-3000 cfs, which typically occurs from late fall to early spring. The river is rated as a Class III-IV, with some sections reaching Class V during high water.

The run begins at the headwaters and includes all tributaries until it meets the Dosewallips River. The total segment mileage is approximately 14 miles, with the first six miles consisting of continuous Class III rapids. The remaining eight miles are more challenging, with steep drops and Class IV-V rapids.

Specific rapids and obstacles on the Whitewater River Run include "The Maze," a series of tight turns and drops, "The Notch," a narrow chute with a large boulder at the bottom, and "The Meatgrinder," a steep drop with a hydraulic at the bottom.

Regulations for the area include a permit requirement from Olympic National Forest, as well as a requirement for all boaters to wear a personal flotation device. Additionally, the area is closed to boating during the summer months to protect fish and wildlife populations.