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Rapid WI Class I

Rips (3)

American Whitewater 44.7241, -90.9118

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Gauge Conditions

Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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Photo

Rips (3)
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Description

Rips is a mild Class I rapid with minimal technical challenges, characterized by gentle riffles and scattered small rocks. Paddlers can expect a straightforward line with no significant obstacles, making it suitable for beginners and offering a relaxed float through this section of the South Fork Eau Claire River.

Location

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Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class I
Mile Marker
6.1 mi
Directions
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Double-track off Dickerson Ave. to CTH.H (10 miles)
Eau Claire (Chippewa trib.), S.Fk.
I-II 9.5 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater