Gauge Conditions

Mazon River near Coal City, IL Upstream Primary

Runnable: 1,600.0 – 99,999.0 CFS

Likely less than 100 cfs ... Likely way too low to boat. (Please use "Reports" to help define/refine ranges!)

Vermilion River near Leonore, IL Downstream Primary

Runnable: 12.0 – 18.0 FT

Most likely very low. Must be confirmed by visual inspection.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Hang Ten Knuckles presents a technical passage through a narrow constriction with multiple irregular rock formations that can create unpredictable hydraulics and potential pin hazards. Paddlers should be prepared to navigate a tight line with precise boat positioning, using the surrounding rocks as potential deflection points to maintain momentum and avoid getting trapped in potential recirculating features.