The Lorne

Class III+ rapid on the Ottawa River Located in Le Rocher-Fendu, Pontiac, Outaouais, Québec (QC), Canada (CA)

• About The Lorne:

  http://www.whitewaterontario.ca/rivers/index.php/Ottawa_River:_Beachburg#The_Lorne_.28Garburator.2C_Bus_Eater.29_III.2B At higher levels, this is where buseater forms. At lower levels, garburator comes in. This is a big wave rapid. Below the wave, the flow goes through a river right chute called Waikiki. At higher levels, a good surf wave forms here. Levels Garb: -2 to -0.5 with -1 the perfect level Pushbutton: Is a hole from 0 to -1 and then becomes more of a wave the lower you go. Best between -2 and +1.5. Waikiki: +8 is best Buseater: Surfable from 13 to 17. 13 is on the trashy side. 16-17 is best Whether you Kayak, Raft, SUP, or Canoe, Paddle Labs is your source for whitewater logging and the most up to date river information. Log in or Register with Paddle Labs to learn more about The Lorne

• Class III+

  
  Rapids with moderate, irregular waves which may be difficult to avoid and which can swamp an open canoe. Complex maneuvers in fast current and good boat control in tight passages or around ledges are often required; large waves or strainers may be present but are easily avoided. Strong eddies and powerful current effects can be found, particularly on large-volume rivers. scouting is advisable for inexperienced parties. Injuries while swimming are rare; self-rescue is usually easy but group assistance may be required to avoid long swims. Rapids that are at the lower or upper end of this difficulty range are designated Class III- or Class III+ respectively.
  (From American Whitewater)