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Playspot NC Class II+

Roundhouse Cut

Rocky (Cape Fear trib.) - 2. Chatham Church Rd to Deep River confluence (NC)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 200.0 – 1,200.0 CFS

Upper limit now at 1200, based on 11/03/15 run.

Photo
Roundhouse Cut
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

This jumble of boulders creates multiple lines with personalities that change with flow ranges.  At lower ranges, there's limited options and a slot.  Medium flows create a counterclockwise weak whirlpool in the main rapid, which is fun to ride if you're expecting it.  This washes out at higher flows but the water gets squirrelly and play gets interesting.  There's one or two boof lines with at least one rock to cut your knuckle on (Cory T. 2015).

Location
Type
Playspot
Difficulty
Class II+
Mile Marker
3.0 mi
Directions
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2. Chatham Church Rd to Deep River confluence
Rocky (Cape Fear trib.)
II+(III) 4.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater