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Hazard CA

River wide strainer

Canyon Creek - Lower Run (CA)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
TRINITY River Above North Fork TRINITY River Near HELENA CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
River wide strainer
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
A dangerous river-wide strainer blocking the entire channel, requiring mandatory portage on river left due to fallen trees and debris creating an impassable obstacle. Extreme caution is necessary, as attempting to paddle through would result in near-certain entrapment and potentially fatal consequences for any boater.
Location
Type
Hazard
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
1.1 mi
Directions
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Lower Run
Canyon Creek
III-IV 2.8 mi
Hazard — Exercise extreme caution in this area.
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater