Gauge Conditions
Arguably most difficult at 4-5'. Above 5', things begin to wash out, though there are some BIG holes and waves.
Description
On the approach, the main current moves to the left because of a shoal to the right, but if you stay left, watch out for the "Gates of Hell"; they're just close enough to two-point broach older, longer boats. As you pass the last rock of the right side shoal, begin moving right of the big rock in the center of the river where there are a bunch of waves. There are some cool ferry moves here, if you still have energy, and some of the waves are good play, especially at higher levels. Also, some run the left side through the "Gates of Hell" (sometimes also called "Pharoah's Tomb"). The take out is at the bottom of the rapid, river left.
Location
Other Rapids on This Run (20)
Rapid
II+
Playspot
III
Rapid
II
Hazard
III
Rapid
III+
Rapid
II+
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
American Whitewater