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Rapid CT Class IV

Corkscrew

Roaring Brook - Cold Brook Rd to Rt 17 in S Glastonbury (CT)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 700.0 – 3,000.0 CFS
Photo
Corkscrew
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Corkscrew is a technical Class IV rapid characterized by a tight, twisting drop with multiple boulder obstacles and a series of powerful diagonal hydraulics that demand precise boat positioning. Paddlers must navigate a narrow, S-shaped channel with a critical entry point that requires immediate commitment and skilled maneuvering to avoid recirculating holes on both river left and right. The rapid's complexity increases with variable water levels, making accurate boat control and quick decision-making essential for safe passage.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
2.3 mi
Directions
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Cold Brook Rd to Rt 17 in S Glastonbury
Roaring Brook
III-IV 3.2 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater