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Rapid CA Class III

Hobo Rapid

American Whitewater 35.5751, -118.5290

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Gauge Conditions

Kern River near Democrat Springs(river Only) CA Downstream Primary

Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Hobo Rapid presents a technical Class III challenge with a constricted entry that funnels water through a series of diagonal waves and exposed rocks. Paddlers must navigate a tight right-side line that requires precise boat positioning to avoid potential pin spots and powerful hydraulics near the center and left side of the rapid. Good river reading skills and quick maneuvering are essential to successfully threading through this section of the Kern River.