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Put-in RI

Put In

Matunuck Shore Break - Beach at High Tide (RI)

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Gauge Conditions
White Horn Brk at Ministerial Road near West Kingston, RI Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In is a treacherous beach launch characterized by steep, unpredictable shore break and powerful incoming waves that can quickly overwhelm paddlers. Timing and precise boat positioning are critical, with kayakers needing to punch through breaking waves while avoiding being broadsided or surfed back to shore. Successful navigation requires expert timing, quick reflexes, and a solid understanding of coastal wave dynamics.
Location

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Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
0.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
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Directions
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Beach at High Tide
Matunuck Shore Break
I 0.1 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater