Gauge Conditions
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Description
Pipeline is the farthest left and most popular line on this section of gradient. This rapid is named for a pipe that runs under the railroad bridge on river left. The rapid is about 200 yds long and constricts as it approaches the largest ledge. There are many eddies to catch as you pick your way down. Enter the rapid near river left and over a 1ft broken ledge. At levels above 5ft, there are two main lines for the 3-4ft ledge about 40yds downstream. An S-turn move via a channel to center right and ledge boof via a channel to center left. At higher levels, many will opt for the center left line straight over the ledge which usually forms a large standing wave. About 100 yards down, look for some large rocks on the river right side, this is the largest drop of the rapid. Run center to right and follow the main current to punch the waves/holes. At 9 ft and above, a keeper hole develops on the left just above the main ledge and the water pushes significantly toward and under the pipe on the left (IV+ at these levels). This drop is also a good play spot, particularly at levels below 6ft (see picture).
Location
Other Rapids on This Run (20)
Rapid
N/A
Playspot
II
Playspot
II+
Playspot
II
Rapid
III
Rapid
III
Playspot
II+
Rapid
III+
Waterfall
III+
Playspot
I
Rapid
N/A
Waterfall
III
Rapid
III+
Waterfall
III+
Rapid
III+
Waterfall
III
Rapid
III+
Rapid
III
Rapid
III+
Rapid
IV
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
American Whitewater