Whitewater & Rivers
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Flow data is from USGS gauges — optimal ranges are community estimates, not safety thresholds. River difficulty changes with water level. Always scout and paddle within your ability. Disclaimer
Skykomish River (Gold Bar)
Skykomish River · 8 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:30 AM
Classic PNW whitewater. Boulder Drop is the crux rapid at Class IV. Highway run visible from US-2. Great intermediate+ run.
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Wenatchee River (Tumwater Canyon)
Wenatchee River · 12 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:15 AM
Snowmelt-fed run through Tumwater Canyon near Leavenworth. Continuous Class III with bigger water at higher flows. Commercial raft run.
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40°
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Tieton River
Tieton River · 13 mi
Flow data unavailable
USGS Gauge #12491500 · Optimal: 1,500–2,500 CFS
Annual fall dam release creates reliable Class III-IV whitewater. Tieton Festival in September. Short season but excellent paddling.
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White Salmon River
White Salmon River · 8 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:00 AM
Spring-fed river in the Columbia Gorge. Crystal-clear water, consistent flows year-round. Husum Falls is a committing Class IV-V drop.
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Sauk River
Sauk River · 10 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:15 AM
Remote wilderness run near Darrington. Glacier-fed with beautiful scenery. Solid Class III with wood hazards.
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57°
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Snoqualmie River (Middle Fork)
Snoqualmie (Middle Fork) River · 6 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:15 AM
Close to Seattle with easy access. Class II-III, great for building whitewater skills. Can run low in summer.
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Green River Gorge
Green River · 5 mi
Updated Nov 13, 8:00 AM
Beautiful basalt gorge near Auburn. Portage Headwall at high water. Class III-IV in a tight canyon. Watch for wood.
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56°
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Clackamas River (Upper)
Clackamas River · 13 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:45 AM
Outstanding Oregon whitewater. Bob's Hole is a famous playspot. Carter Bridge to Fish Creek is the classic run.
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53°
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Deschutes River (Maupin)
Deschutes River · 13 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:30 AM
High-desert whitewater near Maupin. Dam-controlled flows make it consistent. Boxcar Rapid is the highlight. Excellent multi-day options.
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63°
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55°
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Arkansas River (Browns Canyon)
Arkansas River · 11 mi
Flow data unavailable
USGS Gauge #07091200 · Optimal: 700–3,000 CFS
Most commercially rafted section in CO. Browns Canyon National Monument. Class III with IV at high water.
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57°
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Clear Creek (Idaho Springs)
Clear Creek River · 6 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:45 AM
Technical Class IV right off I-70. Convenient to Denver. Short but action-packed.
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Colorado River (Glenwood Canyon)
Colorado River · 16 mi
Flow data unavailable
USGS Gauge #09071750 · Optimal: 3,000–15,000 CFS
Big-water run through Glenwood Canyon. Shoshone Rapids are the highlight at Class III-IV.
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57°
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Poudre River (Narrows)
Poudre River · 5 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:15 AM
Northern CO's best whitewater. The Narrows section is steep and continuous Class IV-V.
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South Fork American
South Fork American River · 21 mi
Flow data unavailable
USGS Gauge #11445500 · Optimal: 1,000–5,000 CFS
Most popular whitewater run in California. Class III through Gold Country. Great for all levels.
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North Fork American (Giant Gap)
North Fork American River · 12 mi
Updated Nov 13, 7:15 AM
Multi-day wilderness run through Giant Gap. Serious Class IV-V in a spectacular granite canyon.
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44°
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Kern River (Forks of the Kern)
Kern River · 17 mi
Flow data unavailable
USGS Gauge #11186000 · Optimal: 500–2,000 CFS
Premier Sierra whitewater. Multi-day Class V wilderness run. Stunning granite scenery.
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