IS THERE ANY WHITE WATER RAPIDS/ BIG DROPS ON THE HAW RIVER?
The river is classified as Class I and II. Meaning all obstructions are obvious and easily missed, and occasional maneuvering may be required, but rocks and medium-sized waves are missed easily by experienced paddlers. During the summer or some dry periods, you may have to step out into the knee deep water and push off a rock. The water is mostly gently moving with a small current during most of the year. Exception would be after a high volume of rain and the “Mighty Haw Wild Ride” section of the river. Risk to swimmers is slight and are seldom injured. Self-rescue is easy and assistance is seldom needed.
