The river was at about 2,000 cfs which was higher than I had ever run it. I had done it twice before at 1,000 cfs which is a nice level with a bit a rock dodging. At 2,000 cfs the rocks are gone except for the ones that cause large holes and pour-overs. It was a lot of fun - once I figured out not to follow that kids that aim for the rocks and pour-overs...
The major feature on this section of the river is the Gorge Drop - about a 3’ drop with a rock in the middle. Generally it is run just right of the rock. At yesterday’s level, most people ran it just left of the rock. A nice shoot formed making it easy to catch the downstream eddy. The far left line which avoids the drop all together was also runnable.
There are usually some nice playspots downstream of the Gorge Drop at the rock garden and bridge, but they were pretty much washed out yesterday. Run took about 3 hours at a leisurely pace. No swims to report. Definitely a good day. Some pictures here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9220083@N07/sets/72157632325306430/show/
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