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Rapid MN

Gauge location.

American Whitewater 44.7219, -95.5188

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Gauge Conditions

Yellow Medicine River near Granite Falls, MN Upstream Primary

Runnable: 400.0 – 2,000.0 CFS

Too low for reasonable whitewater trip. (We lack first-hand awareness here. Please add a comment or report.)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Gauge location rapid on the Yellow Medicine River near Hanley Falls presents minimal technical challenges, with a straightforward descent through relatively calm water. While specific details about the rapid's characteristics are limited, paddlers should remain alert to potential shallow areas or submerged obstacles typical of prairie river systems in Minnesota.