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Rapid CO Class IV+

Second Mudslide (Eye of the Needle)

Piedra - 02. 1st Fork Bridge to Lower Piedra CG (CO)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 400.0 – 3,500.0 CFS
Photo
Second Mudslide (Eye of the Needle)
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

This rapid has changed a bit over the years and has gotten a bit easier. That said, it is still challenging. 

Line up just right of center and carry speed through. You may get pushed up on the pillow rock and flip, this happens pretty often at higher levels. If you find yourself upside down, hang on and wait for a sec. There is a short pool below the drop before you get into the lead out. 

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV+
Mile Marker
0.6 mi
Directions
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02. 1st Fork Bridge to Lower Piedra CG
Piedra
III-IV+ 9.1 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater