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Portage WA Class V

Certain Death

Copper Creek - road's end to E. Fork Lewis (WA)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
East Fork Lewis River near Heisson, WA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 4,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Certain Death
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Certain Death is an extremely hazardous Class V portage rapid characterized by severe undercut rock walls and a dangerously constricted channel. The rapid presents multiple life-threatening hazards, including potential pins, entrapment, and limited escape routes, making a scout and potential portage mandatory for all but the most skilled and experienced whitewater kayakers. Paddlers must carefully evaluate the rapid's complex hydraulics and extreme terrain before attempting any line or rescue strategy.
Location
Type
Portage
Difficulty
Class V
Mile Marker
1.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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road's end to E. Fork Lewis
Copper Creek
IV-V 6.9 mi
Portage recommended — Scout before running and consider carrying around this feature.
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater