CANYON CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH NORTH FORK STILLAGUAMISH RIVER
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T18:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Bellevue and Vicinity and East Puget Sound Lowlands. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 725 cfs (2.54 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 87% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | v-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 12167000 |
The Whitewater River Run Canyon Creek to Confluence with North Fork Stillaguamish River is a popular river run in the state of Washington. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 500-1500 cfs, depending on the experience level of the paddlers. The class rating for this run is III-IV, with some sections reaching class V during high water. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 9 miles, with several notable rapids and obstacles.
One of the most challenging rapids on this run is S-Turn, which is a class IV rapid that requires precise maneuvering through a narrow and technical channel. Another notable obstacle is Boulder Drop, a class III+ rapid that features a large boulder in the middle of the channel that requires paddlers to navigate around it.
In terms of regulations, paddlers are required to obtain a permit from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to access this run. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of motorized watercraft, as well as regulations regarding camping and fires in the surrounding area.
