Significant rainfall over the past week has increased soil moisture to high levels across western Washington. Additional rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is expected through Friday. 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, with this new rainfall acting as a trigger. Numerous landslides have already occurred in Whatcom, Skagit, King Counties and others. More landslides continue to be possible. 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
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1,000 and 5,000 cfs, which typically occurs during the spring and early summer months.
The class rating for this run is primarily Class III, with some Class IV rapids towards the end of the run. The segment mileage is approximately 18 miles, starting at the End of Upper Hoh Road and beginning of Hoh River Trail and ending at the Western Boundary of Olympic National Park.
Some specific rapids and obstacles on this run include Boulder Drop, Elbow Room, and the Roaring Twenties. It is important to note that kayakers and rafters must obtain a backcountry permit from Olympic National Park before embarking on this run. Additionally, all regulations and guidelines set forth by Olympic National Park must be followed to ensure the safety of all participants.
| Last Updated | 2025-12-16 |
| River Levels | 1890 cfs (3.17 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 458% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 21.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12041200 |
Hoh River At Us Highway 101 Near Forks
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28700cfs |
Elwha River Above Lake Mills Nr Port Angeles
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725cfs |
Elwha River At Mcdonald Br Near Port Angeles
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14400cfs |
Calawah River Near Forks
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14400cfs |
Quinault River At Quinault Lake
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19100cfs |
Queets River Near Clearwater
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50800cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hoh Rain Forest
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Mount Tom Creek Campsites
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Five Mile Island Campsite
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Five Mile Island Campsites
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Happy Four Campsite #2
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Happy Four Campsite #1
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End Of Upper Hoh Road And Beginning Of Hoh River Trail. To Western Boundary Of Olympic National Park
Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Hoh River
Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Unnamed Tributary
Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Twin Creek
Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With North Fork Bogachiel River