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Put-in NY

Put In

Quacken Kill - Grafton to Cropseyville (NY)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Green River at Williamstown, MA Upstream Primary

Runnable: 300.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

The suggested range for min/max flows is a SWAG, based on the stream's gradient. In addition, this gauge is on a nearby stream. The Quacken Kill may be much lo

Hoosic River near Eagle Bridge NY Upstream Primary

Runnable: 1,000.0 – 3,000.0 CFS

Estimated upper limit.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In rapid on the Quacken Kill presents minimal technical challenges, with a relatively straightforward descent through scattered river rocks and modest gradient. Paddlers should be prepared for potential shallow sections and the need for precise boat positioning to avoid potential pin spots between rocks during low water conditions.