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Rapid OR Class III

Colorado Rapids

Deschutes - L. Sherar's Falls to Columbia River (OR)

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Gauge Conditions
Deschutes River at Moody, near Biggs, OR Downstream Primary
Runnable: 3,000.0 – 8,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Colorado Rapids
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Colorado Rapids feature a series of powerful, closely-spaced waves that demand precise boat control and strategic line selection through turbulent currents. Paddlers must navigate carefully to avoid potential hydraulic features and rocky obstructions, with the main channel requiring an aggressive upstream approach to maintain momentum and avoid potential side-surfing in intermediate holes.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
39.1 mi
Directions
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L. Sherar's Falls to Columbia River
Deschutes
III 43.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater