Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary river run
Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary
Some of the specific river rapids and obstacles include House Rock, a large boulder in the middle of the river that creates a hole and wave, and S-turn, a narrow section with tight turns and a series of drops. The whitewater river run also features a number of smaller rapids, waves, and holes to navigate.
There are specific regulations to the area, including a permit requirement for overnight camping in the Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary. Additionally, the use of motors and vehicles is prohibited in the area, and all visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize the impact on the environment.
Overall, the Whitewater River run offers an exhilarating experience for experienced paddlers, with challenging rapids and unique obstacles to navigate. It is important to follow all regulations and safety guidelines to ensure a safe and responsible trip.
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 Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| N F South Br Potomac R At Cabins | 680 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R Nr Davis | 132 cfs | → |
| So. Branch Potomac River Nr Petersburg | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Blackwater R At Davis | 280 cfs | → |
| Dry Fork At Hendricks | 919 cfs | → |
| Mcmillan F Near Fort Pendleton | 2 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
- Enter Dolly Sods Wilderness To Exit Dolly Sods Wilderness
- High Ridge Run To Outskirts Of Hopeville
- Jake Hill Road Bridge To Shreve Store
- Shreve Store To Big Bend Campground
- State Park Bridge To North Fork
Campgrounds
- Red Creek Campground
- Camp Site 7
- Camp Site 6
- Brian's Place
- Blackwater Falls State Park
- Jess Judy Group Campground
Fishing spots
- Dry Fork
- Snowy Creek
- Broadford Lake
- Little Youghiogheny River Reservoir
- Tomahawk Pond Day Use Area
- Deep Creek Lake
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 Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary 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 Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary
What's the optimal flow for Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary?
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 Perennial Stream At Forks To Dolly Sods Wilderness Boundary.