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Rapid OR Class II-

Rattlesnake Rapids

Rogue - 1. Lost Creek Reservoir to Gold Ray Dam (up to 31.6 miles) (OR)

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Gauge Conditions
Rogue River near McLeod, OR Upstream Primary
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 3,000.0 CFS

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Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Rattlesnake Rapids
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Rattlesnake Rapids presents a series of rolling waves and scattered boulder gardens that require precise navigation through a moderately narrow channel. Paddlers should be prepared to make quick maneuvers around mid-stream rocks and potential hydraulics, particularly at lower water levels where obstacles become more pronounced. The rapid's difficulty can shift with water volume, so scouting and selecting a clean line is crucial for safe passage.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II-
Mile Marker
20.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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1. Lost Creek Reservoir to Gold Ray Dam (up to 31.6 miles)
Rogue
II 30.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater