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Rapid CA Class II

Wingate Rapid

Klamath - 10. Happy Camp to Coon Creek (CA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 700.0 – 8,000.0 CFS
Photo
Wingate Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Wingate Rapid presents a straightforward Class II challenge with moderate boulder-studded channels that require precise maneuvering between rock formations. Paddlers should be prepared to navigate multiple midstream obstacles and watch for potential pinning points on the right side of the rapid, with the main channel offering the clearest line of descent. While not technically demanding for experienced boaters, the rapid demands attentive route-finding and moderate technical skill to avoid potential hydraulic traps.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
7.0 mi
Directions
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10. Happy Camp to Coon Creek
Klamath
III+(IV) 17.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater