* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 10 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 feet. Wind gusts will peak around 50 mph Wednesday evening and Wednesday night. * WHERE...Holden Village and Stevens Pass. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 5 PM Tuesday to 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could cause tree damage Wednesday evening and Wednesday night.
The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of river is between 200-500 cfs. Its class rating ranges from Class II to Class IV, with some sections being more technical than others. The segment mileage of the Whitewater River Run is approximately 10 miles long.
One of the main rapids on this run is called "Pinball," which is a Class IV rapid that requires technical maneuvering through a series of boulders. Another notable rapid is "S-Turn," which is a Class III rapid that requires precise boat control to navigate through a tight channel of rocks.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit system for commercial outfitters, as well as restrictions on camping and fires along the riverbank. It is also important to note that this area is located on the traditional lands of the Yakama Nation and visitors are encouraged to respect their sovereignty and cultural heritage.
Wind
Humidity
| Last Updated | 2026-03-08 |
| River Levels | 3790 cfs (21.56 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 164% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 6.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12451000 |
Stehekin River At Stehekin
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1420cfs |
Methow River Above Goat Creek Near Mazama
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438cfs |
Twisp River Near Twisp
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320cfs |
Chewuch River At Winthrop
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294cfs |
Methow River At Winthrop
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972cfs |
Methow River At Twisp
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1290cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Juanita Lake Stock Camp
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Juanita Lake Camp
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Reynolds Stock Camp
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Rennie Camp
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Purple Point Overflow
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Purple Point
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Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Boulder Creek
Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Ends 1/4 Mile Upstream Of The Confluence With The Stehekin River
Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Confluence With Stehekin River To Confluence With Stehekin River
High Bridge Campground To Lake Chelan