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Waterfall VT Class V

Mustang

Gihon - Whitcomb Island Rd to Johnson (VT)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Lamoille River at Johnson, VT Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,300.0 – 2,800.0 CFS

Dependent on if the gauge is rising or dropping. 1300-1700 and dropping often corresponds to a level of somewhere between 1-1.5 (minimum to low).

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Mustang
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Mustang is a steep, technical waterfall rapid with a narrow, boulder-choked entry that demands precise boat positioning and skilled maneuvering. The main drop features a powerful hydraulic at the base with significant recirculation potential, requiring paddlers to hit their line with speed and commit to a clean vertical descent. Scouts should carefully assess the sequence of moves and be prepared for immediate recovery and eddy-hopping, as any mistake can result in a consequential pin or swim.
Location
Type
Waterfall
Difficulty
Class V
Mile Marker
0.6 mi
Directions
Navigate
View Full Run
Whitcomb Island Rd to Johnson
Gihon
IV(V) 3.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater