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Take-out AL

Canyon Mouth Park

Johnnies Creek - 3. Canyon Rim Road to Canyon Mouth Park (Lower) · AL

American Whitewater 34.2922, -85.6886

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Gauge Conditions

Little River near Blue Pond AL Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,200.0 – 5,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Canyon Mouth Park
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Canyon Mouth Park rapid marks the terminus of a technical Class III whitewater section with a complex hydraulic profile featuring multiple mid-river ledge drops and closely spaced boulder gardens. Paddlers should anticipate a technical line requiring precise boat positioning to navigate a series of diagonal rock-formed hydraulics, with the primary line running center-right and avoiding a recirculating hole at river left. The rapid demands active maneuvering and strong boat control, with potential for pin hazards during low to moderate water levels.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Take-out
Mile Marker
1.4 mi
Directions
Navigate
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3. Canyon Rim Road to Canyon Mouth Park (Lower)
Johnnies Creek
IV(V) 1.8 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater