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Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White River river run

Washington, USA Napeequa River Class III-IV
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Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White River -- Washington paddle run
Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White River Washington · Napeequa River
About this run

Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White River

The Whitewater River run in the Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary to Confluence with White River, Washington, is a popular river for kayaking and rafting. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 500-2000 cfs. The class rating for this river is mostly class III, with a few class IV rapids thrown in. The segment mileage for this run is around 15 miles, making for a full day of rafting or kayaking.

Some of the specific rapids and obstacles on this river include the Boulder Drop, which is a class IV rapid that requires precise navigation, and the Chute, which is another class IV rapid that requires quick maneuvering. Other notable rapids include Fence Line, Mouse Eater, and Chaos.

It is important to note that the Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary is a protected area, and there are regulations in place to ensure minimal impact to the environment. Visitors to the area should practice Leave No Trace principles and obtain any necessary permits before entering the wilderness. Additionally, motorized boats are not allowed in this area, and camping is only permitted in designated campsites.
StateWashington
RiverNapeequa River
ClassIII-IV
Elevation2,096 ft
Current flow--
Percent of normal81%
StreamgageUSGS 12456500
Latitude47.9214°
Longitude-120.8969°
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 Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White 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 Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White 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 Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White River

What's the optimal flow for Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With White 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.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this run, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me at 600 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.

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