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Take-out SC

Take Out

Matthews Creek - Raven Cliff Falls to US 276 (SC)

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Gauge Conditions
French Broad River at Rosman, NC Upstream Primary
Runnable: 2,000.0 – 10,000.0 CFS

Upper limit for best boatability uncertain. Please help your fellow boaters with a comment or report.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid is located at the end of the Matthews Creek run, marking the conclusion of the challenging section near Raven Cliff Falls. The rapid features a complex exit point with potential hazards near the takeout area, requiring careful navigation and precise boat positioning to safely exit the river at the US 276 bridge. Paddlers should be alert for potential strainers, rocks, and swift current during the final approach to the takeout point.
Location

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Put In Rapid N/A
Put In
0.0 mi
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
6.0 mi
Directions
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Raven Cliff Falls to US 276
Matthews Creek
III-V(V+) 2.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater