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Rapid VT

Put-in

La Platte River - Upper La Platte River Natural Area to Route 7 (VT)

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Gauge Conditions
Laplatte River at Shelburne Falls, VT Upstream Primary
Runnable: 100.0 – 400.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put-in
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Put-in rapid on Vermont's La Platte River marks the entry point for the upper section, offering paddlers an initial navigation challenge through a narrow, boulder-strewn entry with limited maneuvering room. While specifics about water features are limited, paddlers should anticipate potential tight channel constraints and be prepared for potential submerged obstacles that could impact boat control.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take-Out Rapid N/A
Take-Out
3.0 mi
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Upper La Platte River Natural Area to Route 7
La Platte River
II-III+ 3.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater