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Put-in NY

Put In

Grass - 1. Lampsons Falls to Downerville · NY

American Whitewater 44.4056, -75.0717

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Gauge Conditions

West Branch Oswegatchie River near Harrisville NY Downstream Primary
Runnable: 600.0 – 3,000.0 CFS

The USGS gauge on the Oswegatchie in Harrisville provides an "approximation". The benchmarks below have many variables, so make sure you assess each drop yours

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Put In
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Description

Put In rapid marks the starting point for the run, with a moderate gradient and scattered boulder garden entry. Paddlers should be prepared for potential rock dodging and uneven water flow, with careful route selection critical in the initial section. No major hazards are immediately apparent, but vigilance and precise maneuvering are recommended when launching into the river.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1. Lampsons Falls to Downerville
Grass
IV+ 4.1 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater