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Playspot IA Class II

Pipe Wave

South Skunk - Story City to Ames (PnP, 8 miles or 19 miles) (IA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 100.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

Low, but can offer some play.

Photo
Pipe Wave
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Pipe Wave is a consistent surfing wave on the South Skunk River that forms at a specific flow, offering kayakers a predictable playspot with clean entry and exit. The wave presents a smooth, green shoulder that allows for multiple surf techniques, though paddlers should be aware of potential shallow rock formations near the wave's edges and maintain situational awareness of the surrounding current dynamics.
Location
Type
Playspot
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
11.2 mi
Directions
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Story City to Ames (PnP, 8 miles or 19 miles)
South Skunk
II 18.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater