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Rapid NC

Banana Hammock

Rocky Broad - 2. Lower, Along Route 64/74 to Lake Lure at Chimney Rock (NC)

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Gauge Conditions
Cove Creek near Lake Lure, NC Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Banana Hammock
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Banana Hammock features a critical left line to avoid dangerous sieve formations on the right side of the rapid. Paddlers must navigate carefully to maintain proper positioning and avoid potential entrapment hazards in the rocky channel. The technical nature of this section demands precise boat control and a clear understanding of the river's flow.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.3 mi
Directions
Navigate
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2. Lower, Along Route 64/74 to Lake Lure at Chimney Rock
Rocky Broad
IV-V 2.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater