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Rapid NV Class IV-

Bedrock Rapid (7)

Colorado - 19. Lee's Ferry to Lake Mead (NV)

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Gauge Conditions
Colorado River at Lees Ferry, AZ Upstream Primary
Runnable: 4,000.0 – 48,000.0 CFS
Colorado River near Grand Canyon, AZ Upstream Primary
Runnable: 4,000.0 – 48,000.0 CFS
Colorado Rvr above Diamond Creek near Peach Springs AZ Downstream Primary
Runnable: 4,000.0 – 48,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Bedrock Rapid (7)
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

The main current runs down the left side of the channel then piles up against a large bedrock midstream island. Half of the current turns sharply to the right of the island and that is the safe route. The other half of the current pushes to the left of the island, then turns sharply right on the downstream side. The left side of the island is a narrow and extremely turbulent chute that is not recommended. The rock walls on both sides are honeycombed with potholes carved by the water. A scout from river right is highly recommended to make sure you have your approach set. Rocks along the river right bank at lower flows can present challenges in timing your move to the right. Take some time to explore the interesting rock formations there. Bedrock Creek is also a nice hike.

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV-
Mile Marker
130.5 mi
Directions
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19. Lee's Ferry to Lake Mead
Colorado
III-IV 300.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater