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Rapid ID Class II

Horsecreek Rapid

Salmon - 6 - Corn Creek to Carey Creek (ID)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Salmon River at White Bird ID Downstream Primary
Runnable: 2,000.0 – 30,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Horsecreek Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Horsecreek Rapid presents a straightforward Class II sequence with moderate wave trains and scattered mid-river rocks requiring careful boat positioning. Paddlers should focus on maintaining a center-right line to avoid potential shallow rock clusters and maintain momentum through the primary current channels. At normal to medium flows, the rapid offers a clean run with predictable hydraulics, but boaters should remain alert for potential rock interactions during lower water conditions.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
3.6 mi
Directions
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6 - Corn Creek to Carey Creek
Salmon
III-IV 80.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater