The first part of this run is a relaxing paddle on slow-moving water with only some small riffles to navigate, but the second half is where the excitement starts as the river travels down a steep gorge. After about 5.5 miles have passed, portaging on the right around multiple falls will be required. Additional falls, drops, and dams continue downstream, some of which may or may not be runnable depending on water levels so scouting beforehand is crucial. There are also strainers in the last mile to watch out for. The entire 11-mile run should only be attempted by expert paddlers but beginner paddlers can take out at Rte. 519 to avoid the challenging part of the river.