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Tolt River

Last Updated: April 13, 2026

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Tolt River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Tolt River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

The Tolt River is a 25-mile-long river in King County, Washington, that flows into the Snoqualmie River.


15-Day Long Term Forecast


       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Tolt River Near Carnation
USGS 12148500
399 cfs 5.35 ft 0
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

The Tolt River is located in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains in north central King County in the U.S. state of Washington. The river begins at the confluence of the North Fork Tolt and South Fork Tolt rivers. It flows southwest joining the Snoqualmie River near Carnation, Washington. The Tolt River watershed is part of the larger Snohomish River and Puget Sound drainage basin.
The South Fork Tolt watershed provides ~30% of the drinking water for Seattle area residents.