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Rapid IL Class II

S-Turn

American Whitewater 41.2548, -89.0220

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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

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.