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Put-in NC

Put In

Elk Creek (Yadkin R. trib) - Route 1162 to Route 268 Bridge (NC)

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Gauge Conditions
Elk Creek at Elkville, NC Downstream Primary
Runnable: 75.0 – 10,000.0 CFS

Upper limit for best boatability uncertain. Please help your fellow boaters with a comment or report.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid on Elk Creek offers a straightforward entry point with minimal technical challenges, featuring a relatively clean run through scattered rock gardens. Paddlers should be prepared for potential shallow sections and potential debris, with the most navigable line generally following the center channel. No significant hazards are immediately apparent, but standard whitewater caution and scouting are recommended.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
8.4 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Route 1162 to Route 268 Bridge
Elk Creek (Yadkin R. trib)
I-II 8.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater