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Rapid CA Class III

Best in Plumas

American Whitewater 40.0276, -121.1362

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Gauge Conditions

NF Feather River below Belden DAM CA Upstream Primary

Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

This challenging Class III rapid features a technical entry with multiple mid-stream boulders that require precise maneuvering and tight line selection. The main current creates a series of pushy diagonal waves and a few reactive hydraulics near the right bank, demanding sharp boat control and the ability to quickly adjust positioning to avoid potential pin spots and maintain momentum through the most constricted section.