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Rapid OR Class V

Final Falls

Salmon - 1. Split Falls to Wilderness Trailhead (OR)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 500.0 – 1,500.0 CFS

*If no diurnal cycle is showing on the gauge.

Photo
Final Falls
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Final Falls is a powerful, technical Class V rapid with a complex multi-stage drop that demands precise boat control and route selection. Paddlers must navigate a tight initial chute that feeds into a steep vertical descent with potentially sticky hydraulics and significant consequence, requiring expert-level skills to successfully execute a clean line through the main channel. Careful scouting and a clear understanding of current water levels are critical, as the rapid's character can change dramatically with fluctuating flow and presents serious pinning and recirculation hazards.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class V
Mile Marker
-13.8 mi
Directions
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1. Split Falls to Wilderness Trailhead
Salmon
V+ 5.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater