North Umpqua Beta

[milkman]

This message is for Hans since we can't seem to connect with private messages (anyone else having problems with that since the last time cboats when offline?)

North Umpqua is a bit on the high side right now, so it's apt to be pushy. Optimal flow for the Horseshoe to Gravel Bin run, the best stretch, is around 900 to 1200. Higher than that, Pinball might be considered a class 4. The stretch ends with some excellent surfing opportunities. The Boulder Flat to Horseshoe is also a good run, mostly class 2+ but action packed. The Susan Creek section has four excellent rapids but is less interesting except for those rapids. Those four rapids might be too interesting at the current level (~2000 cfs).

If you don't have the book Soggy Sneakers, it's a great guide to Oregon rivers. I also have some videos of fall, lower water runs, of the the North Umpqua on Youtube, which perhaps you've seen.

[Hans Vidkjer]

Milkman - thanks for the info, very helpful. We were figuring on waiting until the level came down some. So this must be one of your vids, nice - you have some good boaters in your crew! What section(s) are we on here?
Hans

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[milkman]

First day is the Boulder Flat to Horseshoe section. The video then shows our annual salmon feast. Second day is the Horseshoe to Gravel Bin section. This video was done in September and the level was probably 900 cfs.