Whitewater Run OH Class III

1. Pioneer Mill Dam in Tiffin to CR 38

American Whitewater

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Sandusky River near Fremont OH Downstream Primary

Runnable: 1,500.0 – 10,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

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Description

About the Class III Rating The Class III rating for this section is primarily due to the potential for swamping open canoes in the larger features—particularly at Huss Street. It's worth noting that the rapids here don’t require much maneuvering. Any finesse tends to come from surfing opportunities rather than technical navigation. At higher water levels, swims can be long and hazardous. The river begins to flood its banks, which limits your ability to exit safely. In these conditions, strainers and trees along the edge become serious hazards, making self-rescue or assisting others more difficult. Note: Downstream of the Rt. 38 bridge, there is a single river-wide wave about a mile downstream—and that’s the only feature of note. This rapid is not included in the details below because running it would require taking out at a canoe livery, which has been closed since approximately 2018. The Sandusky River by the Haunted Hydro is only 15 minutes away. It can be a fun surf area at the right levels The Maumee River is another local run 45 minutes away. It is a lot easier than this section, but it can be fun.