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* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, and Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Due to saturated grounds from previous heavy rain, expect more widespread impacts with these winds.
Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Suiattle River Paddle Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
The Whitewater River Run in the Glacier Peak Wilderness area of Washington state is a Class III to IV section of river that stretches for 11.6 miles from the wilderness boundary to the confluence with the Suiattle River.
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Summary
The optimal streamflow range for the run is between 1,000 and 2,000 cubic feet per second (cfs).
The run features a number of challenging rapids and obstacles, including Boulder Drop, a Class IV drop that requires precise maneuvering, and Devil's Toilet Bowl, a swirling eddy that can be difficult to navigate. Other notable rapids include The S-Turn, Carnage, and The Gorge.
Regulations for the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping in the Glacier Peak Wilderness area, which can be obtained from the ranger station. The area is also subject to Leave No Trace principles, and visitors are encouraged to practice responsible wilderness use.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 5220 cfs (8.24 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-2000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12187500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sauk River Ab Whitechuck River Near Darrington
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2800cfs |
Sauk River At Darrington
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5220cfs |
Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount
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0cfs |
Sauk River Near Sauk
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8330cfs |
Cascade River At Marblemount
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1870cfs |
Skagit River At Marblemount
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32000cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Buck Creek
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Suiattle Guard Station
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Sulphur Creek Campground
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William C. Dearinger- State Forest
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Peek-a-boo Lake Campsites
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Bedal Campground
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River Runs
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Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Suiattle River
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Headwaters In Ne1/4 Of Sec 4, T33N, R12E To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary
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Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 23, T33N, R13E To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary
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Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 6, T29N, R14E To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary
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Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Sauk River