This is a popular and famous river that contains both winding quietwater and exciting whitewater. This is an ideal stretch for those who wish to enjoy both whitewater and scenic quietwater. There are six long, complex rapids to make this an enjoyable trip for intermediate and advanced paddlers. The six rapids on this route require maneuvering through twists in the river, boulder gardens, fast chutes, and ledges. Hanson’s Rapids is a favorite play spot because of its fast chutes, strong eddies, and surfing waves and holes. All six are Class II rapids but on moderately high water levels many become Class IIIs.