Lost River - Whitewater
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Summary
The Lost River is already a popular kayaking destination when the water is running high.
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Distance
2.0 miles
Varies.
Destination Distance From Downtown
156.9 miles
Difficulty
2 of 5 diamonds
The upper part of the Lost River is a Class I-II river. The lower section of the river ranges from a II-IV, depending on the water levels.
Time To Complete
4 hours
You could spend a half day on the calmer upper section of the river, but the lower section is fast, so it won’t take you very long to get through.
Seasonality
Spring and Winter
The Lost River's conditions are best in the winter and spring. You can paddle the upper section throughout most of the year, while the lower section is only navigable in the winter and sometimes in the spring.
Dog Friendly
Yes
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