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Rapid NC

Upper Falls

Snowbird Creek - 1. Hooper Bald to Junction (NC)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Photo
Upper Falls
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Upper Falls presents a technical descent with multiple boulder-choked drops and tight technical lines requiring precise maneuvering. Paddlers should anticipate significant gradient change, potential pin hazards among large scattered rocks, and the need for careful route selection through a constricted channel. Scouting is recommended due to potential wood accumulation and the rapid's potential for changing conditions during varying water levels.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
2.1 mi
Directions
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1. Hooper Bald to Junction
Snowbird Creek
III-IV+ 7.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater