The lower Beaurivage section offers an accessible introduction to Quebec whitewater with Class I-II rapids flowing through forested valleys. This 16-rapid stretch features moderate technical challenges with 2 portages, making it suitable for intermediate paddlers seeking skill development. The river meanders through the Capitale-Nationale region with scenic forest corridors and wildlife viewing opportunities. Best paddled during spring freshet and early summer when water levels support the rapids. Access is straightforward with established put-ins near populated areas.
This route's document cites a hydrometric station. The links below open the operating agency's current reading.
The document describes 16. The map shows 2, because it only places rapids a national survey publishes a coordinate for. The two counts measure different things.
| Rapid | Class | Portage | Surveyor's note |
|---|---|---|---|
| R2 | R2 | yes | |
| R1 | R1 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R1 | R1 | ||
| R3 | R3 | ||
| R1 | R1 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| Vagues à surf | R3 | Vagues à surf | |
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R3 | R3 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| S3 | S3 | ||
| EV-R1 | EV-R1 | ||
| R1 | R1 | ||
| R1 | R1 | ||
| EV | EV |
This table publishes no position for any rapid. Where a surveyor's note mentions a kilometre, those are their words quoted as written, and the figure was read off a scanned map: use it to follow their description, not to navigate. Most of these surveys were written in French.
Surveyed by André Faubert, 2022-05. BeaurivageBasseFaubert2022.pdf
The document describes 2 portage(s).
| Portage | Length | Bank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 portage mentionné dans fiche technique | not stated | ||
| Danger cordelle à gauche | not stated | gauche | Danger cordelle à gauche |
Beaurivage - Basse River is rated Intermediate. Whitewater ratings are not exact: grades change with water level and season. Verify current conditions locally before you paddle.
The best time is May-August.
Beaurivage - Basse River is located in the Capitale-Nationale region of Canada.
cartespleinair.org · ville.levis.qc.ca · auqueb.com · avenza.com
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