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Rapid ID Class II

Sapp Creek Rapid

Salmon - 6 - Corn Creek to Carey Creek (ID)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Salmon River at White Bird ID Downstream Primary
Runnable: 2,000.0 – 30,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Sapp Creek Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Sapp Creek Rapid features a braided channel with moderate boulder gardens and some technical maneuvering required through scattered mid-river rocks. The primary line runs center-right, avoiding potential pin spots and smaller hydraulics near the left bank. At moderate flows, paddlers should be prepared for quick eddy turns and precise boat placement to navigate the rapid's changing water features.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
33.8 mi
Directions
Navigate
View Full Run
6 - Corn Creek to Carey Creek
Salmon
III-IV 80.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater