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Rapid MN

Quick Drop

Big Sucker Creek - Cty 33 to Lake Superior (6.5 miles) (MN)

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Gauge Conditions
Knife River near Two Harbors, MN Downstream Primary
Runnable: 300.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

Likely too low. Correlation to reference gauge uncertain. Visual inspection required.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Quick Drop
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Quick Drop features a steep gradient with a sudden 3-foot vertical descent between tight boulder formations, creating unpredictable hydraulics and requiring precise boat control. Paddlers should be prepared for potential pin hazards on river-right and anticipate a technical entry that demands an immediate left-side line to avoid a potentially recirculating center hole.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
4.5 mi
Directions
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Cty 33 to Lake Superior (6.5 miles)
Big Sucker Creek
III-IV+(V) 5.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater