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Rapid PA Class II

X Rapid

Clarion River - 2. Portland Mills, PA to Cooksburg, PA (PA)

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Gauge Conditions
Clarion River at Cooksburg, PA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 300.0 – 10,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
X Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
X Rapid presents a continuous Class II sequence with multiple small ledges and rock gardens that demand precise boat positioning and paddle work. Paddlers should be prepared to navigate a series of staggered mid-river boulders and read-and-react to changing water channels, with the primary line running center-right and requiring active maneuvering to avoid potential pin spots. Water levels can significantly impact the technical difficulty, so scouting from the river right bank is recommended before committing to the rapid.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
5.9 mi
Directions
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2. Portland Mills, PA to Cooksburg, PA
Clarion River
I(II) 34.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater