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Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14e And Sec 17, R16e Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2026-01-03

The Whitewater River run in the Pasayten Wilderness Boundary of the state of Washington is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts.


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Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 500 and 1,500 cfs. This section of the river is rated as a class II-IV run, depending on the water level.

The segment mileage of this run is approximately 12 miles, starting at the Pasayten Wilderness Boundary and ending at a point on the range line between Sec 12, R14E and Sec 17, R16E. The river rapids and obstacles include Funnel Falls, Pinball Rapid, and Rocky Chute.

Specific regulations to the area include obtaining a permit for overnight camping and following Leave No Trace principles. The use of motorized boats is prohibited in the Pasayten Wilderness Boundary.

Sources for this information include American Whitewater and the US Forest Service. It is important to always check current conditions and water levels before embarking on any whitewater trip.

River Run Details

Last Updated 2026-01-03
River Levels 1870 cfs (10.07 ft)
Percent of Normal 181%
Status
Class Level ii-iv
Elevation ft
Streamflow Discharge cfs
Gauge Height ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 12175500
       

Weather Forecast

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ETHUNDER CREEK NEAR NEWHALEM Preview Thunder Creek Near Newhalem
645.0cfs
645cfs
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ENEWHALEM CREEK NEAR NEWHALEM Preview Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem
29.5cfs
30cfs
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ESKAGIT RIVER AT NEWHALEM Preview Skagit River At Newhalem
4590.0cfs
4590cfs
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16EBACON CREEK BELOW OAKES CREEK NEAR MARBLEMOUNT Preview Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount
568.0cfs
568cfs
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ESALIX CREEK AT S CASCADE GL NEAR MARBLEMOUNT Preview Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount
0.00cfs
0cfs
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16EMETHOW RIVER ABOVE GOAT CREEK NEAR MAZAMA Preview Methow River Above Goat Creek Near Mazama
535.0cfs
535cfs
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Area Campgrounds

Location Reservations Toilets
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16EGranite Creek Cabin Campground Preview Granite Creek Cabin Campground
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16EPanther Preview Panther
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ERuby Pasture Preview Ruby Pasture
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16EHidden Hand Preview Hidden Hand
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ECougar Island Preview Cougar Island
Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16ECougar Island Camp Preview Cougar Island Camp
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