Headwaters To End Of North Fork Quinault Road river run
Headwaters To End Of North Fork Quinault Road
The segment mileage for this run is approximately 4.7 miles, and it is characterized by a series of rapids and obstacles. Some of the specific rapids to watch out for include Rapid Transit, which has a steep drop and can be challenging to navigate, and Pinball, which has several small drops and can be fast-paced.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit system that limits the number of paddlers allowed on the river each day. Additionally, visitors are required to follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the natural environment.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from Headwaters to End of North Fork Quinault Road offers an exciting and challenging whitewater experience for intermediate paddlers. However, it is important to be mindful of the regulations in place and to approach the river with caution and respect for the natural environment.
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 To End Of North Fork Quinault Road -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elwha River Above Lake Mills Nr Port Angeles | 725 cfs | → |
| Nf Skokomish R Bl Staircase Rpds Nr Hoodsport | 337 cfs | → |
| Elwha River At Mcdonald Br Near Port Angeles | 672 cfs | → |
| Wynoochee River Near Grisdale | 235 cfs | → |
| Quinault River At Quinault Lake | 892 cfs | → |
| Duckabush River Near Brinnon | 337 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.
Other river runs
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Paradise Creek
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Elwha River
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets River
- Headwaters To Former Backwaters Of Lake Mills Created By The Former Glines Canyon Dam
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 To End Of North Fork Quinault Road 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 To End Of North Fork Quinault Road
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters To End Of North Fork Quinault Road?
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 To End Of North Fork Quinault Road.