Class III- rapid

James Run's Class III- rapid presents a technical challenge with a series of closely spaced rocks and moderate drops that require precise boat positioning and strategic maneuvering. Paddlers should focus on the river's right side to avoid a center-stream hydraulic and navigate around several mid-stream boulders that create unpredictable cross-currents. Swift water and limited eddies demand advanced paddling skills and quick decision-making to successfully run this section.