Little Applegate River Paddle Report

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for the Little Applegate River is between 400-800 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs in the spring during snowmelt or after heavy rainfall.

The Little Applegate River is rated as a Class III-IV river, with some challenging rapids and obstacles. The river is divided into two main segments: Upper and Lower Little Applegate. The Upper Little Applegate segment is approximately 7 miles long and offers challenging rapids such as "The Plunge" and "The Narrows". The Lower Little Applegate segment is approximately 12 miles long and offers more moderate rapids such as "Collins Riffle" and "Bottle Drop".

Specific river rapids and obstacles include boulder gardens, narrow chutes, steep drops, and technical rapids. Some of the most notable rapids include "The Plunge", a Class IV rapid with a steep drop and tight entrance, and "The Narrows", a Class III rapid with a narrow chute and tight walls.

There are specific regulations to the area, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit of 10 commercial trips per day. All boaters are required to wear a personal flotation device and carry a whistle. Additionally, camping and fires are prohibited along the river corridor.