Du Berger River presents an intermediate-level paddling challenge in the Capitale-Nationale region with 18 rapids sections requiring technical skills and 5 portages. This demanding route offers varied whitewater experiences from Class R1 to R3 rapids, making it suitable for experienced paddlers seeking adventure. The river flows through Quebec's shield landscape with granite outcrops and forest coverage typical of the region. With no designated campsites, this is primarily a day-paddling destination requiring careful planning and shuttle arrangements. The numerous rapids and portages make this a physically demanding but rewarding experience for skilled whitewater enthusiasts.
This route's document cites a hydrometric station. The links below open the operating agency's current reading.
The document describes 18. The map shows 8, because it only places rapids a national survey publishes a coordinate for. The two counts measure different things.
| Rapid | Class | Portage | Surveyor's note |
|---|---|---|---|
| R3 en aval du boulevard Bastien | R3 | n'a pas été descendu lors du relevé mais semble très sportif | |
| R2 sous la ligne à haute tension | R2 | court R2 permet de nous réchauffer, 300 m plus loin, un ancien barrage détruit exige de la prudence | |
| Rapides R1-R2 jusqu'au boulevard Chauveau | R1-R2 R1-2 | rapides sont continus et faciles R1-R2 | |
| Rapides R2-3 en aval du boulevard Robert Bourassa | R2-3 | yes rive droite | 3 seuils S3 assez rapprochés et une section de 1 km de rapides R2-3 |
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R3 | R3 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R1-2 | R1-2 | ||
| R1 | R1 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R1-2 | R1-2 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R3 | R3 | ||
| R3 | R3 | ||
| R2 | R2 | ||
| R1-2 | R1-2 | ||
| R1 | R1 | ||
| R1 | R1 |
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, 2022-06. DuBergerFaubert2022.pdf
The document describes 1 portage(s).
| Portage | Length | Bank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| portage du barrage s'effectue par la rive droite | not stated | rive droite |
Du Berger 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.
Du Berger River is located in the Capitale-Nationale region of Canada.
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