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Rapid CO Class IV

Triple Drop

Arkansas - 01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site (CO)

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Gauge Conditions
Arkansas River below Granite, CO Downstream Primary
Runnable: 200.0 – 5,000.0 CFS

Perhaps the most challenging flows for this run. This is above the cut-off for commercial rafting.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Triple Drop
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Triple Drop features three distinct, powerful drops with tight technical lines between steep boulder gardens. Paddlers must navigate a series of powerful hydraulics and precise moves, with the middle and lower drops presenting the most challenging route selection and potential for recirculating holes. Careful scouting and precise boat positioning are critical to successfully running this Class IV rapid without encountering significant risk.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
4.5 mi
Directions
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01. Granite to Numbers Launch Site
Arkansas
IV-V 5.1 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater