Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets River river run
Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets River
The total length of the Whitewater River is approximately 23 miles, starting at its headwaters and including all tributaries up to its confluence with the Queets River. The upper section, known as the "Upper Whitewater", is approximately 9 miles long and is rated as Class III-IV. The middle section, known as the "Middle Whitewater", is approximately 8 miles and is rated as Class IV-V. The lower section, known as the "Lower Whitewater", is approximately 6 miles and is rated as Class III-IV.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on the Whitewater River, including "Triple Drop", "Decapitation Rock", and "The Notch". These rapids are challenging and require advanced skills to navigate safely.
In terms of regulations, the Whitewater River is managed by Olympic National Park and requires a permit to access. All boaters must follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash. Additionally, there are restrictions on group size and camping locations. It is important for all boaters to check with the park for the most up-to-date regulations before embarking on a trip.
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 And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Quinault River At Quinault Lake | 920 cfs | → |
| Elwha River Above Lake Mills Nr Port Angeles | 725 cfs | → |
| Hoh River At Us Highway 101 Near Forks | 759 cfs | → |
| Wynoochee River Near Grisdale | 214 cfs | → |
| Nf Skokomish R Bl Staircase Rpds Nr Hoodsport | 118 cfs | → |
| Queets River Near Clearwater | 872 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
- South Shore Road 419, Quinault
- South Shore Road 345, Quinault
- Morgan's Crossing Jefferson County
- Morgan's Crossing Boating Site
Other river runs
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Unnamed Tributaries
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With South Fork Hoh River
- Headwaters And Inlcudes All Tributaries To Confluence With South Fork Hoh River
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 And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets 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 And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets River
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets 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 And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Queets River.