One-Quarter Mile Upstream Of Forest Road 5no2 Bridge Crossing To One-Quarter Mile Downstream Of Forest Road 5n75 Bridge Crossing Paddle Report

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 1,000 and 2,500 cubic feet per second (cfs), although it can be run at higher flows by experienced paddlers.

This section of the river is rated as Class III-IV, and spans a distance of approximately 6 miles. The rapids and obstacles present on the river include "S-turn" (Class III), "Island Rapid" (Class III), "Double Drop" (Class IV), and "Devil's Toenail" (Class IV). Paddlers should be prepared for technical maneuvers through tight channels, large drops, and boulder-strewn segments.

It is important for paddlers to be aware of the regulations and restrictions surrounding this section of the river. Permits are required to enter the area, and there are specific guidelines in place to protect the river's flora and fauna. It is also important for paddlers to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect private property boundaries.