State Park Bridge To North Fork river run
State Park Bridge To North Fork
This section of the river is rated as a Class III-IV, which means it is suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The segment mileage is approximately 7 miles long, starting at the bridge and ending at the North Fork.
The section features a number of exciting rapids and obstacles, including the popular "Big Nasty" rapid which is a Class IV section. Other notable rapids include "Jump Start," "Ledges," and "Magic Falls."
Regulations for the area require all participants to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and a helmet, and it is recommended that paddlers have previous whitewater experience before attempting this section. Additionally, there are restrictions on alcohol and littering in the park.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run State Park Bridge To North Fork offers a thrilling and challenging experience for whitewater enthusiasts, with a range of rapids and obstacles to navigate and regulations in place to ensure safety and preservation of the area.
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.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around State Park Bridge To North Fork -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blackwater R At Davis | 280 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R Nr Davis | 132 cfs | → |
| Dry Fork At Hendricks | 919 cfs | → |
| Cheat River Near Parsons | 2,160 cfs | → |
| Mcmillan F Near Fort Pendleton | 2 cfs | → |
| North Branch Potomac River At Steyer | 240 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Other river runs
- North Fork To Hickory Lick Run
- Otter Creek To Blackwater
- Glady Fork River To Otter Creek
- Laurel Fork River To Glady Fork River
- Waterfall Run To Dry Fork
Campgrounds
- Blackwater Falls State Park
- Camp Site 6
- Camp Site 7
- Horseshoe Recreation And Campground Area
- Brian's Place
- Red Creek Campground
Fishing spots
- Dry Fork
- Snowy Creek
- Broadford Lake
- Little Youghiogheny River Reservoir
- Deep Creek Lake
- Savage River Reservoir
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 State Park Bridge To North Fork 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.
About State Park Bridge To North Fork
What's the optimal flow for State Park Bridge To North Fork?
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.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of State Park Bridge To North Fork.