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Rapid UT Class II

Big Canyon Rapid

Green - 04. Ouray to Green River Town (UT)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Green River at Green River, UT Downstream Primary
Runnable: 900.0 – 50,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Big Canyon Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Big Canyon Rapid presents a technical Class II challenge with a narrow channel and scattered mid-river boulders that demand precise maneuvering. Paddlers should aim for the river right line to avoid a recirculating hole near the center and navigate around several large rocks that can create unpredictable hydraulics during moderate to high water flows. Scout this rapid from the right bank if water levels are uncertain, as the boulder configuration can change significantly between seasons.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
57.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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04. Ouray to Green River Town
Green
II-III 130.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater