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Rapid VT

Put-in

La Platte River - Upper La Platte River Natural Area to Route 7 · VT

American Whitewater 44.3651, -73.2107

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Gauge Conditions

Laplatte River at Shelburne Falls, VT Upstream Primary
Runnable: 100.0 – 400.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Put-in
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Put-in rapid on Vermont's La Platte River marks the entry point for the upper section, offering paddlers an initial navigation challenge through a narrow, boulder-strewn entry with limited maneuvering room. While specifics about water features are limited, paddlers should anticipate potential tight channel constraints and be prepared for potential submerged obstacles that could impact boat control.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take-Out Rapid N/A
Take-Out
3.0 mi
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Upper La Platte River Natural Area to Route 7
La Platte River
II-III+ 3.0 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater