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Rapid ID Class II

Lower Driftwood Rapid

American Whitewater 45.0217, -114.7271

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Gauge Conditions

MF Salmon River at Middle Fork Lodge near Yellow Pine ID Upstream Primary

Runnable: 700.0 – 10,000.0 CFS

May be low for a raft.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Lower Driftwood Rapid features a continuous wave train that builds in intensity as it progresses downstream, with several staggered waves requiring precise boat positioning and momentum. Paddlers should be prepared for moderate lateral waves and potential hydraulics near the center line, with the best route typically threading between larger features along the right or left margins of the rapid.