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Rapid CA Class II+

Fong Wah Rapid

Salmon - Forks of Salmon to Nordheimer · CA

American Whitewater 41.2691, -123.3408

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Gauge Conditions

Salmon River a Somes Bar CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,800.0 – 5,500.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Description

Named for Fong Wah Creek which enters on river left at the top of the rapid, although you may not notice it. The rapid pushes quickly to the right and negotiates a left dogleg bend before handing out a couple holes and waves at the bottom.

Location

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Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II+
Mile Marker
1.2 mi
Directions
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Forks of Salmon to Nordheimer
Salmon
II+ 4.3 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater