Twisp River

Last Updated: May 3, 2026

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

The Twisp River flows for 42 miles through the Methow Valley in Washington state.


15-Day Long Term Forecast


       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Twisp River Near Twisp
USGS 12448998
907 cfs 9.24 ft 7.08
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

The Twisp River is a tributary of the Methow River, in the U.S. state of Washington. It is about 26 miles (42 km) long. The name of the river comes from the Okanagan placename [txwə́c’p], perhaps meaning "wasp" or "yellowjacket".