Gauge Conditions
Runnable: ? – ? CFS
Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid marks the start of the Dark River run, offering paddlers an initial navigation challenge with mixed water conditions and potential obstacles near the entry point. While specifics are limited, boaters should carefully scout the initial section for any submerged rocks, potential strainers, or unexpected current shifts that could impact boat positioning and line selection.
Location
Other Rapids on This Run (15)
Rapid
N/A
Twilight
Rapid
N/A
Dusk
Rapid
N/A
Lights On
Rapid
N/A
Hwy.65/Osborn Road
Rapid
N/A
West Knuckey Creek
Rapid
N/A
A Walk in the (Dark) Woods
Rapid
N/A
Dark Alley
Rapid
N/A
Half-mile Rips
Rapid
N/A
Minor ledge
Rapid
N/A
End of best gradient
Rapid
N/A
Leander Creek
Rapid
N/A
Take Out
Rapid
N/A
Take-out/Gauge Site
Rapid
N/A
Short Rips
Rapid
N/A
Final Rapids
View Full Run
Dark Lake to Carpenter Road/FR481 (7.1 or 8.3 miles)
Dark
II-III
6.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
American Whitewater