Gauge Conditions

Raquette River at Piercefield NY Upstream Primary

Runnable: 1,700.0 – 8,000.0 CFS

Runnable range is based on Squires' book.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Sol Island is a technical Class IV rapid requiring precise maneuvering through a complex boulder garden left of the island. Paddlers must navigate a series of tight slots and punchy hydraulics, with the primary line demanding careful route selection to avoid powerful recirculating holes and potential pin spots. Maintaining momentum and precise boat control is critical to successfully threading through this challenging section of the Raquette River.