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Put-in AK

Put In

Tsaina - Upper Canyon (AK)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Cascade Creek near Valdez AK Upstream Primary

Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In marks the entrance to the Upper Canyon of the Tsaina, characterized by a tight, boulder-choked start that immediately demands precise maneuvering. Paddlers must carefully navigate a series of closely spaced rocks and potential pin hazards, with limited recovery space between obstacles. Scout thoroughly if possible, as route-finding and boat positioning are critical in this technical section.