Put-in WA

Put In

Nooksack, N. Fork - 2 - Nooksack Falls to Douglas Fir Campground (WA)

Gauge Conditions

NF Nooksack River below Cascade Creek near Glacier, WA Upstream Primary

Runnable: 250.0 – 1,800.0 CFS

Higher flows possible for skilled groups. Frequently paddled up to 2500 cfs by locals. Expect continuous IV+/-V below Bender Rapid.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In marks the initial access point for this challenging section of the Nooksack's North Fork, characterized by a complex entry that requires precise boat positioning to avoid potential hazards. Paddlers should carefully scout the rapid's entrance, which features tight technical lines between exposed rocks and potential undercut features, and be prepared for quick maneuvering in the first few hundred yards.