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Playspot NM Class II+

Upper drop

Animas - 10. Farmington Whitewater Park (NM)

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Gauge Conditions
Animas River at Farmington, NM Downstream Primary
Runnable: 250.0 – 2,400.0 CFS

From 1700 to about 2400, the top feature is still surfable, but the eddy starts to flush and the wave is more of a challenge to get on.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Upper drop
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Upper Drop at Farmington Whitewater Park features a defined pourover wave that creates a technical surfing challenge for skilled kayakers. Paddlers must navigate a tight line to catch the wave's sweet spot, with potential for getting backendered or flushed if positioning is off. Caution is advised during higher water levels, as the pourover can become more retentive and increase the risk of getting stuck.
Type
Playspot
Difficulty
Class II+
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
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10. Farmington Whitewater Park
Animas
II+ 0.0 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater