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Class III: Intermediate (CLR_3)

DGIF baseline 2026-1, the latest. Earlier baselines: timemap.

RDF: clr_3.ttl

Name

intermediate

Attribute

CLR Rapid Class

Definition

Rapids with moderate, irregular water waves which may be difficult to avoid and which can swamp an open canoe; strong eddies and powerful current effects can be found, particularly on large-volume rivers.

Description

Complex maneuvers in fast water current and good boat control in tight passages or around ledges are often required; large waves or strainers may be present but are easily avoided. Scouting is advisable for inexperienced parties. Injuries while swimming are rare; self-rescue is usually easy but group assistance may be required to avoid long swims. Rapids that are at the lower or upper end of this difficulty range are designated 'Class III-' or 'Class III+' respectively.

Accepted

2013-10-18

Allowed for

• BH120 Rapids

Source: DGIF 2026-1 QEA model, DGIWG. Standard: DGIWG 206-3. Licence: CC BY 4.0, © DGIWG.