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Rapid WA Class II

Pleasant Valley Rapids

Snake - J) Pittsburg Landing (or Salmon) to Heller Bar (WA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 8,000.0 – 80,000.0 CFS
Photo
Pleasant Valley Rapids
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Pleasant Valley Rapids presents a straightforward Class II rapid with consistent wave trains and scattered midstream rocks that require precise boat positioning. Paddlers should stay alert for potential obstacles near river right and maintain momentum through the main current channel to avoid potential pinning or broaching hazards. The rapid offers a manageable technical challenge within the Snake River's lower section, requiring standard whitewater navigation skills.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
1.6 mi
Directions
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J) Pittsburg Landing (or Salmon) to Heller Bar
Snake
II 47.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater