ESFPDT A series of weather systems will bring rain and rising river levels to the area, especially the Washington Cascades, through this weekend. Another system fed by a strong atmospheric river early next week will bring heavier rain amounts. Currently a few locations on the Naches and Yakima Rivers are forecast to reach action stage starting Tuesday and Wednesday but the chances of reaching minor flood stage are very low.
The Whitewater River run in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area of Washington state spans from the wilderness boundary to the private land boundary at the north section line of section 3, T23N, R14E.
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The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 300 and 800 cubic feet per second (cfs). This class III-IV river run covers a distance of approximately 5.5 miles, with several notable rapids and obstacles such as the "Entrance Exam," "Boulder Dash," and "The Slot."
The Whitewater River run is subject to specific regulations to protect the wilderness area and its resources. All boaters are required to obtain a permit from the US Forest Service before embarking on this run. Additionally, camping is allowed only at designated campsites, and fires are prohibited within 100 feet of the river and must be contained within established fire rings.
In summary, the Whitewater River run in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area of Washington state is a thrilling class III-IV river run with a segment mileage of approximately 5.5 miles. The ideal streamflow range is between 300 and 800 cfs, and boaters must obtain a permit from the US Forest Service and follow specific regulations to protect the wilderness area and its resources.
| Last Updated | 2025-12-03 |
| River Levels | 939 cfs (5.99 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 61% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12458000 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Waptus Lake Camp
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Owhi Campground
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Owhi
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Pete Lake Backpacking Site
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Trout Lake Creek
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Salmon la Sac Campground
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Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Private Land Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 3, T23N, R14E
Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 12, T24N, R13E To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary
Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Tye River
Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 29, T24N, R13E To Confluence With Cle Elum River
Headwaters At Josephine Lake To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary
Rock Island Campground to Ida Creek