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Take-out AL

Take Out

Little, W. Fork - 1. Desoto Falls to Cloudmont · AL

American Whitewater 34.5342, -85.5990

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Gauge Conditions

West Fork Little River at Desoto Park near Fort Payne AL Downstream Primary
Runnable: 175.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

Upper limit for best boatability uncertain. Please help your fellow boaters with a comment or report.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Take Out rapid marks the end of the Little W. Fork's most challenging section, featuring a narrow exit chute between large boulders that requires precise boat positioning. Paddlers must navigate carefully to avoid potential pin spots and maintain momentum through the constricted channel, with minimal room for error at moderate to high water levels.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
2.0 mi
Directions
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1. Desoto Falls to Cloudmont
Little, W. Fork
I-II(IV) 1.8 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater