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Rapid CA Class III

Bestville Boulder

Salmon, North Fork - Sawyers Bar to Gallia Mine River Access · CA

American Whitewater 41.2995, -123.1437

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Gauge Conditions

Salmon River a Somes Bar CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 2,500.0 – 6,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Description

An inconveniently placed boulder splits the current into two narrow channels with fast current. Most boaters go left of the boulder. The rapid is easy but has potential to push you onto the rock if you don't maintain control.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
0.4 mi
Directions
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Sawyers Bar to Gallia Mine River Access
Salmon, North Fork
II+(III) 4.2 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater