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Rapid NY Class IV

Sol Island

Raquette - 2) Piercefield to Parmenter Site (NY)

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Gauge Conditions
Raquette River at Piercefield NY Upstream Primary
Runnable: 1,700.0 – 8,000.0 CFS

Runnable range is based on Squires' book.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Sol Island
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Sol Island is a technical Class IV rapid requiring precise maneuvering through a complex boulder garden left of the island. Paddlers must navigate a series of tight slots and punchy hydraulics, with the primary line demanding careful route selection to avoid powerful recirculating holes and potential pin spots. Maintaining momentum and precise boat control is critical to successfully threading through this challenging section of the Raquette River.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
2.7 mi
Directions
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2) Piercefield to Parmenter Site
Raquette
II-V 17.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater