2025-12-12T09:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by rain and snowmelt is expected to continue. Mud and rockslides in steep terrain is also expected. * WHERE...A portion of North Central Washington, including the following counties, Chelan and Okanogan. * WHEN...Until 900 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1237 PM PST, Gauge reports indicated heavy rain. Localized flooding is ongoing in the warned area. There have been several reports of rock and mudslides throughout Chelan County. Between 1.5 and 4 inches of rain have fallen in the last 24 hours. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Leavenworth, Merrit, Chumstick, Holden Village, Stehekin, Stevens Pass, Grouse Creek Campground, Cottonwood Campground, Lake Wenatchee Campground, Silver Falls Campground, Telma, Plain, Fox Creek Campground, Winton, White Pine Campground, Trinity, Tumwater Campground, Riverside Campground, Prince Creek Campground and Pine Flat Campground. - Specific roads and highways impacted include: Little Wenatchee Road and White River Road at Lake Wenatchee are closed due to water over the roadway. US-2 is closed East of Stevens Pass from Coles Corner at MP 85 through Tumwater Canyon to Leavenworth at MP99 with no detours available and no estimated time for reopening. Flooded houses and lowlands along East Leavenworth Road. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Summary
The Whitewater River run in the Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary to Confluence with Wenatchee River in Washington State is an exciting adventure for experienced paddlers. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1,500 and 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The Whitewater River run is rated as Class IV+, which means that it is challenging and demands advanced paddling skills, strength, and endurance. The total mileage of this segment is approximately 6.5 miles.
The river rapids and obstacles on this run are numerous and demanding. The most significant rapids on this stretch of the river are the Meatgrinder, which is a long and continuous rapid, and the Boulder Drop, which is a steep and technical drop. Other notable rapids on this run include the Pencil Sharpener, the House Rock, and the S-Turn. Additionally, there are several logjams and sweepers that paddlers must navigate around.
It is important to note that this river run is located within the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area, which is subject to specific regulations. Visitors to this area must obtain a permit and follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment. Additionally, campfires are not permitted in the area, and all waste must be packed out. Overall, the Whitewater River run in Washington State is a thrilling and challenging adventure that demands experience, skill, and preparation.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-11 |
| River Levels | 3660 cfs (5.01 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 669% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv+ |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12457000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wenatchee River At Plain
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28100cfs |
Chiwawa River Near Plain
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2820cfs |
Entiat River Near Ardenvoir
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1850cfs |
Mad River At Ardenvoir
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368cfs |
Wenatchee River At Peshastin
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35500cfs |
Icicle Creek Above Snow Creek Near Leavenworth
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5180cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Nason Creek
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Nason Creek Campground
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Lake Wenatchee State Park Camp
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Deer Camp
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Goose Creek Campground
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Lake Wenatchee State Park
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Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Wenatchee River
Point At East Section Line Of Sec 13, T28N, R15E To Lake Wenatchee