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Rapid CA Class III+

Portuguese Creek Rapid

Salmon - Nordheimer to Butler Creek (CA)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Salmon River a Somes Bar CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 4,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Description

The top part of this rapid can be run right (straight ahead) or left (more technical) of the rocks that split the flow. The flows merge back together for a fast chute at the bottom. Be sure to take in the scenic Portuguese Creek Falls on the right as you run the rapid.

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III+
Mile Marker
3.8 mi
Directions
Navigate
View Full Run
Nordheimer to Butler Creek
Salmon
IV-V 6.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater