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Waterfall AL

Desoto Falls

Little, W. Fork - 1. Desoto Falls to Cloudmont · AL

American Whitewater 34.5486, -85.5902

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Gauge Conditions

West Fork Little River at Desoto Park near Fort Payne AL Downstream Primary
Runnable: 175.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

Upper limit for best boatability uncertain. Please help your fellow boaters with a comment or report.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Desoto Falls
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

After the hike in paddlers are rewarded with putting in and getting to paddle around the base of and behind Desoto Falls. Bring a camera, this is a magical and photogenic moment (and a great place to make those pictures/video of flatwater moves look cool).

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Waterfall
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1. Desoto Falls to Cloudmont
Little, W. Fork
I-II(IV) 1.8 mi
Hazard — Exercise extreme caution. Portage recommended — scout before running.

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater