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Playspot WI

Carpenters

Flambeau, S.Fk. - E) CTH.W to Skinner Creek Landing (11.2 miles) · WI

American Whitewater 45.6957, -90.6398

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Gauge Conditions

South Fork Flambeau River near Phillips, WI Upstream Primary
Runnable: 250.0 – 1,200.0 CFS

Likely low to moderate. (Best flows uncertain! Please help your fellow boaters by adding a comment about best flows, and class/difficulty at various flows!)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Carpenters
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Carpenters rapid on the South Fork Flambeau offers a playful surfing wave with potential for technical kayak maneuvers. Paddlers should approach the wave with careful boat positioning and be prepared for potential recirculation zones that can develop at different water levels. Scouting the specific wave characteristics is recommended, as the surfing potential can vary significantly with river flow.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Playspot
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
1.8 mi
Directions
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E) CTH.W to Skinner Creek Landing (11.2 miles)
Flambeau, S.Fk.
II(III) 11.2 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater