Confluence Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge river run
Confluence Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge
The segment mileage of this run is approximately 8 miles, with a number of notable rapids and obstacles along the way. Some of the most challenging rapids include "Big Brother" and "Little Brother," which require precise maneuvering and strong paddling skills. Other notable features of the river include a series of tight canyons, steep drops, and rocky boulder gardens.
It's important to note that there are regulations in place for this area to ensure the safety of all paddlers. For example, anyone venturing out on the river must wear a properly fitting personal flotation device (PFD) at all times. Additionally, it's recommended that paddlers have prior whitewater experience before attempting this run, as the rapids and obstacles can be quite challenging.
Overall, the Whitewater River run from the Confluence of Milk Creek and Heather Creeks to Forest Road 2860 Bridge is a thrilling and challenging whitewater experience that should only be attempted by experienced paddlers with the proper gear and knowledge.
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 Confluence Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dungeness River Near Sequim | 330 cfs | → |
| Big Quilcene River Below Diversion Nr Quilcene | 56 cfs | → |
| Duckabush River Near Brinnon | 208 cfs | → |
| Elwha River Above Lake Mills Nr Port Angeles | 725 cfs | → |
| Elwha River At Mcdonald Br Near Port Angeles | 893 cfs | → |
| Nf Skokomish R Bl Staircase Rpds Nr Hoodsport | 144 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
- Leland Valley Road West 266-640, Quilcene
- U.S. 101 286423, Quilcene
- Olympic Discovery Trail, Sequim
- Point Whitney Road 1099, Brinnon
- Port Williams Road 2499, Sequim
- Gardiner Beach Road 551-781, Sequim
Other river runs
- Forest Road 2860 Bridge To Silver Creek
- Silver Creek To Sleepy Hollow Creek
- Headwaters At 5700 Ft In The Royal Basin And Includes All Tributaries Within The Park To Eastern Boundary Of Olympic National Forest
- Olympic Nf/Olympic Np Boundary To Usfs Road 2870 Bridge
- Headwaters At About 6000 Ft. In Basins On The North Side Of Gray Wolf Pass And Includes All Tributaries Within The Park To Eastern Boundary Of Olympic National Forest
Campgrounds
- Camp Handy
- Camp Windy
- Camp Mystery
- Dungeness Forks
- Dungeness Forks Campground
- Deer Park - Olympic National Park
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 Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge 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 Confluence Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge
What's the optimal flow for Confluence Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge?
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 Confluence Of Milk Creek And Heather Creeks To Forest Road 2860 Bridge.