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Rapid WA Class III+

Cable Drop Rapid (aka Powerline)

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

American Whitewater 47.8097, -121.5710

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Gauge Conditions

Skykomish River near Gold Bar, WA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 700.0 – 20,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Cable Drop Rapid (aka Powerline)
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

A few different lines are possible through this great drop which also serves up some fun play spots. In the past it was the site of the SkyFest rodeo competition.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III+
Mile Marker
1.3 mi
Directions
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1 - Index (Sunset Falls) to Split Rock
Skykomish
III+(IV) 4.4 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater