2026-03-10T05:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 6 and 11 inches. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected primarily Wednesday afternoon and evening. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 feet possible. For the Winter Storm Watch, continued heavy snow is possible. * WHERE...Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties and Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM PDT Tuesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 AM to 5 PM PDT Tuesday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 5 PM Tuesday to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. The strongest winds will peak Wednesday evening into late Wednesday night. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday evening through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur over the passes on Wednesday evening into late Wednesday night.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 500 and 1500 cfs, and it has a class rating of III-IV. The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 5.5 miles, stretching from the wilderness boundary to the confluence with the Tye River.
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on this river run include the "Meatgrinder," "Stinkbug," and "Boulder Drop." The Meatgrinder is a rapid that requires precise navigation through a narrow channel, while the Stinkbug is a technical and steep drop. The Boulder Drop is a class IV rapid with a large boulder in the middle of the river that requires careful maneuvering.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including the prohibition of motorized watercraft and camping within 200 feet of the river. Additionally, a permit is required to enter the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area. It is important for river runners to be knowledgeable about the regulations and to practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-03-08 |
| River Levels | 939 cfs (5.99 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 121% |
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| Class Level | iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12458000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Waptus Lake Camp
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Rock Island
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Rock Island Campground
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Pete Lake Backpacking Site
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Trout Lake Creek
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Chatter Creek Campground
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River Runs
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Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Tye River
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Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 12, T24N, R13E To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary
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Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Private Land Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 3, T23N, R14E
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Headwaters In Sw 1/4 Of Sec 11, T24N, R13E To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary
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Headwaters At Josephine Lake To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary
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Headwaters At Outlet Of Trico Lake In Sw 1/4 Of Sec 5 T24N, R14E To Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary