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Rapid WA Class III

Eagle's Slide

Methow - 3. Averill (at McFarland Creek) access to Pateros (WA)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Methow River near Pateros, WA Downstream Primary

Runnable: 1,000.0 – 10,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Eagle's Slide is a technical Class III rapid characterized by a series of diagonal waves and a prominent mid-stream boulder that splits the flow, requiring precise boat positioning and careful navigation. Paddlers should be prepared to make quick moves to avoid the boulder's recirculating hole and maintain momentum through the turbulent water, with the preferred line generally running center-right to avoid potential hazards.