Gauge Conditions

Flambeau River near Bruce, WI Downstream Primary

Runnable: 680.0 – 5,000.0 CFS

(Flow exceeds 680 cfs 90% of time and 1320 cfs 50% of time). We assume this may be low/paddleable? PLEASE ADD COMMENT(S) if you have experience at this level

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The 3rd Cedar Rapids presents a technical stretch of whitewater with multiple boulder gardens and potential pinning hazards. Navigating this section requires precise maneuvering between scattered mid-stream rocks and potentially shifty water channels, with paddlers needing to carefully read the water and select clean lines to avoid potential entrapment zones.