Trips · Black Narrows
Black Narrows expert day
A steep, pushy gorge. You must have paddled class III before; the guides will check. 6 hours on the water, $175 per person.
At this river level
cfs means cubic feet per second: how much water passes a point each second. A bathtub is about 8 cubic feet.
Good water at 1,200 cfs. The river runs from 1,200 cfs to 6,000 cfs.
| Rapid | Mile | Drop | Class now | At 2,200 cfs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatekeeper | 1.5 | 18 ft | II+ | III+ |
| The Maw | 4.5 | 30 ft | III | IV |
| Coffin Corner | 6.5 | 40 ft | III+ | IV+ |
| Exit Exam | 9 | 12 ft | II+ | III |
What is included
- Wetsuit, drysuit top and booties
- A guide for every raft and a safety kayaker
- A scouting stop above Coffin Corner
- Meals: Lunch
Who can come
Riders must be 16 or older and weigh at least 100 lb. Everyone must have paddled class III before. The river runs from 1,200 to 6,000 cfs.
Request this trip
about 54 kg
Prices do not change by date. We confirm the river level for your date by email.
| $175 × 4 people | $700 |
|---|---|
| Group discount, 5% | −$35 |
| Total | $665 |
| Deposit to hold the date (25%) | $167 |
This group cannot take this trip at 1,200 cfs. The youngest rider must be 16 or older (you said 14). Riders must have paddled class III before.
Whether the trip can run depends on the river level when you go, so the check above uses the gauge setting, not your date. This opens your email program with the request filled in. No payment is taken here, and nothing is sent until you send the email.