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Rapid OR Class III

Goldilocks

Molalla - 2) Table Rock Fork to Glen Avon Bridge (3 Bears) (OR)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 6,000.0 CFS

Baby bear can be sticky at med/low flows.

Photo
Goldilocks
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Goldilocks is a technical Class III rapid characterized by a series of staggered boulder gardens that require precise maneuvering and boat control. Paddlers must navigate a tight entrance with potential pour-over rocks and then thread through multiple channels, with the main line requiring careful route selection to avoid potential pin spots and hydraulic features. At moderate to high water levels, the rapid can develop more challenging hole formations and increased water speed, demanding advanced reading of water and quick eddy-hopping skills.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
-27.8 mi
Directions
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2) Table Rock Fork to Glen Avon Bridge (3 Bears)
Molalla
III-IV 13.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater