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Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River river run

Washington, USA Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Class III-IV
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Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River -- Washington paddle run
Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River Washington · Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
About this run

Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River

The Whitewater River run is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters in the state of Washington. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800 and 2,000 cfs. The class rating for this run is Class III-IV, with some Class V rapids depending on the water level. The segment mileage for the run is approximately 11 miles, starting at the confluence with the Taylor River and ending at the confluence with the North Fork Snoqualmie River.

There are several notable rapids and obstacles along the Whitewater River run. One of the most challenging rapids is called "Super Collider," which is a Class V rapid with multiple channels and large boulders. Another notable rapid is "Tom's Foolery," which is a Class IV rapid with a sharp left-hand turn.

There are specific regulations that must be followed in the area. For example, all boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and a helmet. Additionally, motorized vehicles are not allowed in the area.

StateWashington
RiverMiddle Fork Snoqualmie River
ClassIII-IV
Elevation441 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal39%
StreamgageUSGS 12144000
Latitude47.5209°
Longitude-121.7754°
Detailed forecast

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.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.

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Regional flow

Regional streamflow levels

USGS streamgauges around Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.

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 Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie 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.

FAQ

About Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River

What's the optimal flow for Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie 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.