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Rapid ID Class II

Can Opener Rapid

Salmon - 6 - Corn Creek to Carey Creek (ID)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Salmon River at White Bird ID Downstream Primary
Runnable: 2,000.0 – 30,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Can Opener Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Can Opener Rapid features a technical entry with a series of offset diagonal waves that push boats toward large mid-river boulders, requiring precise boat positioning and quick maneuvering. Paddlers should aim for the center-right line to avoid a significant recirculating hole on the left side and maintain momentum through the narrow channel. At moderate to high water levels, the rapid can become more challenging with increased hydraulics and less margin for error.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
70.6 mi
Directions
Navigate
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6 - Corn Creek to Carey Creek
Salmon
III-IV 80.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater