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Rapid IL Class II

S-Turn

Vermilion - N.2249th Rd. to landing off of Ed Hand Hwy. (8.15 miles) (IL)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
Vermilion River near Leonore, IL Upstream Primary
Runnable: 500.0 – 8,000.0 CFS

Reasonable beginner/intermediate level.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
S-Turn
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The S-Turn rapid features a prominent wave that forms in the center of the channel, requiring precise boat positioning to navigate cleanly. Paddlers should be prepared to make quick directional adjustments to avoid potential hydraulic features and maintain momentum through the turning sections. While a Class II rapid, the wave and potential for unexpected currents demand attentive line selection and active paddling.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
1.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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N.2249th Rd. to landing off of Ed Hand Hwy. (8.15 miles)
Vermilion
II-III 8.2 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater