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Take-out AK

Take Out

Carlson Creek - Lower Canyon to Tidewater (AK)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid marks the final challenge before reaching tidewater, characterized by a complex boulder garden that requires precise maneuvering through tight channels. Paddlers must carefully navigate multiple potential pin and entrapment hazards, with shifting rocks creating unpredictable lines that demand constant attention and quick route-finding skills. The rapid's technical nature is compounded by potential changing water levels and limited scouting opportunities in the Lower Canyon section.
Location

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Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
2.8 mi
Directions
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Lower Canyon to Tidewater
Carlson Creek
II-III(IV) 2.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater