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Rapid WA Class III+

Minefield

Skykomish, N. Fork - 2. Bear Creek (Drum-beater) to South Fork confluence · WA

American Whitewater 47.8742, -121.4667

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Gauge Conditions

Skykomish River near Gold Bar, WA Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Minefield
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

When the flows are up, big holes in a series of rapids known as the Minefield keep paddlers on their toes. Experienced paddlers should be able to boat scout and find their way through.

Location

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Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III+
Mile Marker
4.5 mi
Directions
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2. Bear Creek (Drum-beater) to South Fork confluence
Skykomish, N. Fork
IV 12.4 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater