Class IV big water in a committed gorge. River banks in the gorge consist of sharp shale with steep walls. Once out of the gorge the terrain widens and things get a little easier. At lower flows some of the bigger !V features could be portaged making the run a little easier for less experienced boaters
| Class | III to IV+ |
| Current Flow |
5580.0 CFS 12-04-2024 20:45 |
| Recommended Flow |
Minimum: 400.0 Average: 2500.0 Maximum: 7000.0 |
| Typical Season |
Begins: April Ends: October |
| Recommended Use |
Kayaking: Yes Rafting: Yes Canoeing: No SUP: No Packrafting: No Fishing: No |
| Primary Gauge | Kennebec River at The Forks, Maine |
| Length | 3.5 Mile(s) |
| Gradient | 40.0 FPM |
