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Rapid WA Class IV

Boulder Drop

Skykomish - 1 - Index (Sunset Falls) to Split Rock (WA)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Skykomish River near Gold Bar, WA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 700.0 – 20,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Boulder Drop
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

Boulder Drop is the main rapid on the Skykomish. For many boaters in the region, it is the first class IV rapid they run. There are several different lines depending on flow and skill. Standard lines include Ned's Needle or Airplane turn. The best scouting location is from river right. It can also be portaged on the left (hike up to the road and walk along the shoulder). 

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
3.1 mi
Directions
Navigate
View Full Run
1 - Index (Sunset Falls) to Split Rock
Skykomish
III+(IV) 4.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater