Gauge Conditions
Primary
Runnable: 100.0 – 600.0 CFS
Undoubtedly too low for any stretch of this run.
Primary
Runnable: 300.0 – 5,000.0 CFS
Almost certainly too low for any meaningful whitewater experience. (We need your input. Add a comment or report about best flows for whitewater.)
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The 1st Bridge rapid on Michigan's Peshekee River is a challenging section characterized by unpredictable water levels and potential obstacles around the bridge structure. Paddlers should carefully scout the rapid for submerged rocks, fallen timber, and potential strainers, particularly during lower water conditions that can expose hazardous riverbed features. Local knowledge and careful route selection are critical for safe navigation through this stretch of the Peshekee.
Location
Other Rapids on This Run (20)
Rapid
N/A
(Explanatory Comment)
Rapid
N/A
7th Bridge
Rapid
N/A
sideroad (to Lake Alice) Bridge
Rapid
IV
First Big Drop!!!
Rapid
N/A
Nice long rips
Rapid
N/A
Nice Rips
Rapid
N/A
Significant Drop!
Rapid
N/A
Nice Drop
Rapid
N/A
6th Bridge
Rapid
N/A
sideroad (to Hebert Lake) bridge
Rapid
N/A
Trail bridge
Rapid
N/A
Private Driveway bridge
Rapid
N/A
Private Driveway bridge / minor rips
Rapid
N/A
Great rocky stretch
Rapid
N/A
Great long stretch!
Rapid
N/A
5th Bridge
Rapid
N/A
sideroad (to White Deer Lake) bridge
Rapid
N/A
Fine stretch ending around an island
Rapid
N/A
Hasscib Lake Camp Road Bridge
Rapid
N/A
Lesser rips
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Peshekee Grade Road (various, up to 18 miles)
Peshekee
I-III
15.3 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
American Whitewater