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Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In rapid marks the starting point for the challenging lower section of the South Umpqua, with boaters immediately encountering technical maneuvering through a tight boulder field. Paddlers should be prepared for potential pin hazards and the need for precise boat placement between rocks, with careful route selection critical to navigating this complex entry rapid.