Falmouth Rapids

Mile long section of rapids where the Rappahannock tumbles over the fall line at 30 fpm. Falmouth starts with a long pool below Embrey dam. You can get all of the action by putting in at the grassy spot where Falls Rd. turns away from the river.

First Drop
Several enjoyable lines through here. The most commonly run line is river left of center. Two holes here provide good surfing at most lower levels.

Second Drop
A Class II boogie water section (very bony through the low water/summer months)

Target Rock
A Class 3-4 rapid river right of The Corner rapid. It's a narrow slot move followed by a

right turn down a chute. Be sure to scout for strainers here.

The Corner
A quick succession of small drops and holes.

Berkey's Hole
A grabby hole under a 2 foot drop on river right. Be sure to punch through. Not too bad of a

hole really, just be weary of playing in it as there is also I nice head klunker just below

it if you flip.

Cowan's Wave
Directly beside Berkey's hole, this is a nice wave at many levels. Typically the only way to

access it is from some eddies on river left.

Washing Machine
Pick your way through this last Class II+ rapid and your runs nearly done.

The Squeeze
A creek move on the river right side of Washing Machine. Watch your head, you may have to

duck a timber overhanging the entrance.