What water level is good for paddling Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw?

We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.

How do I check Walhonding River levels?

We read USGS gauge 03138500 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.

Is Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw good for beginners?

This is a flatwater section — no rapids under normal levels — so it's beginner-friendly when the gauge is in range. High water changes everything: cold, fast water is dangerous for anyone.

When is the best time to paddle Walhonding River here?

Typically April–October, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.

How long does it take to float Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw?

This reach is about 8 miles, roughly 4 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.

Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw: River Level Today — Can You Paddle It?

Flatwater8 mi · ~4 hrWalhonding RiverOhio

Verdict · updated Aug 27, 7:15 PM UTC

No runnable range yet

We don’t have a runnable range for this section yet — many of these are calm or dam-controlled reaches. Here’s the current gauge reading; check it (and, for tailwaters, the dam’s generation schedule) before you go.

Estimated range

6.1 ft

USGS gauge 03138500

Paddling Mohawk Dam to Warsaw

Walhonding River at Mohawk Dam to Warsaw is a 8-mile Flatwater float in Ohio — no rapids under normal flows, just moving water and the odd riffle. Most paddlers put in at Mohawk Dam / Nellie (below dam) and take out at Warsaw (SR 36 access), a trip that runs about 4 hours at a relaxed pace.

We track USGS gauge 03138500 for this reach, but there isn't a published runnable range for it yet, so we won't invent a firm number. Use the live reading and 7-day trend above to see whether the Walhonding River is rising or falling, and check with a local outfitter or paddling club before you commit to a launch.

Flows here are usually most dependable April–October. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt, and late summer often drops too low to float well — but the gauge always beats the calendar, so check today's reading before you go.

7-day flow trend

7-day flow trend is unavailable for this gauge right now.

Section facts

Difficulty: Flatwater
Length: 8 mi
Float time: ~4 hr
Best months: April–October
Put-in: Mohawk Dam / Nellie (below dam)
Take-out: Warsaw (SR 36 access)

Reading USGS gauge 03138500 — Walhonding River below Mohawk Dam at Nellie OH ↗ · runnable range is an estimate (see methodology)

FAQ

What water level is good for paddling Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw?: We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.
How do I check Walhonding River levels?: We read USGS gauge 03138500 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.
Is Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw good for beginners?: This is a flatwater section — no rapids under normal levels — so it's beginner-friendly when the gauge is in range. High water changes everything: cold, fast water is dangerous for anyone.
When is the best time to paddle Walhonding River here?: Typically April–October, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.
How long does it take to float Walhonding River — Mohawk Dam to Warsaw?: This reach is about 8 miles, roughly 4 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.

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