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Rapid OH

Bastard

Cuyahoga - G. Fitzwater Rd. to Rockside Rd. (OH)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Cuyahoga River at Independence OH Downstream Primary
Runnable: 200.0 – 2,000.0 CFS

Ideal range for upstream paddling

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Bastard
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Bastard rapid on the Cuyahog River presents an unpredictable sequence of mid-river rocks and narrow channel constrictions that demand precise boat positioning and quick maneuvering. The rapid's irregular hydraulics and potential for pinning make line selection critical, with paddlers needing to carefully navigate between scattered boulders while maintaining momentum through the confined riverbed.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
7.0 mi
Directions
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G. Fitzwater Rd. to Rockside Rd.
Cuyahoga
I(II) 4.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater