Nooksack River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 1:00 AM, the Nooksack River is flowing at 1,450 cfs at Everson, WA — 99% of normal for the date and down 33% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 1,050 to 1,450 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Nooksack River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Everson, the Nooksack River is running 1,450 cfs — 99% of normal, down 33% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 99% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Ferndale (-45%) and Everson (-33%).
Highest against normal: Ferndale at 108%. Lowest: North Cedarville at 77%.
Paddlers: 0 of 1 runs on the Nooksack River with a live range are in range, 1 too low.
How the Nooksack River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- North Cedarville146 ft 1,050 cfs77%
- Everson77 ft 1,450 cfs99%
- Ferndale10 ft 1,390 cfs108%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Nooksack River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (99%).
Nooksack River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nooksack River At North Cedarville WA
Oct 2, 12:15 AM · USGS 12210700 |
1,050 cfs | 77% | -32% | 138.31 ft | 8.2 ft below | 146 ft |
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Nooksack River At Everson WA
Oct 2, 1:00 AM · USGS 12211200 |
1,450 cfs | 99% | -33% | 73.17 ft | · | 77 ft |
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Nooksack River At Ferndale WA
Oct 2, 12:30 AM · USGS 12213100 |
1,390 cfs | 108% | -45% | 4.76 ft | 13.2 ft below | 10 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Nooksack River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Hatchery To Confluence With South Fork Nooksack River Gauge: North Cedarville |
Too low | 1,050 cfs | 1,200–2,000 cfs | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Nooksack River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Nooksack River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Nooksack River
The Nooksack River is a 75-mile-long river in northwest Washington that flows through Whatcom County, eventually emptying into the Puget Sound. Historically, the river was used by local tribes for fishing and transportation. The river's hydrology is influenced by snow melt and rainfall, which can lead to flooding in the winter months. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Deming Dam and the Baker River Dam, which are used for hydroelectric power generation. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and rafting, and supports agricultural uses such as irrigation for crops like blueberries and raspberries. The Nooksack River is an important natural resource for the region and is managed by various agencies to ensure its continued health and sustainability.
Fishing near the Nooksack River
About the Nooksack River
How is the Nooksack River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Nooksack River is flowing at 1,450 cfs at Everson, WA, about 99% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 1,050 to 1,450 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Nooksack River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Nooksack River is at 99% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Nooksack River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for North Cedarville (146.5 ft), Ferndale (18.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Nooksack River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.