The Bras Saint-Nicolas et Bras d'Apic Section B delivers serious whitewater adventure with 21 rapids up to Class III-IV through the rugged terrain of the Capitale-Nationale region. This expert-level route features 5 portages around the most dangerous sections and 4 established camping sites for multi-day expeditions. The remote mountain setting provides pristine wilderness paddling through deep valleys carved by ancient geological forces. Spring snowmelt creates optimal but challenging conditions requiring advanced whitewater skills and self-rescue abilities. Access is limited to dedicated paddlers willing to navigate forest roads and commit to a wilderness experience.
| KM | Name | Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | R3 | R3 | |
| 1 | R2-3 | R2-3 | |
| 1.5 | R3-4 | R3-4 | |
| 2 | R3 | R3 | |
| 2.5 | R3-4 | R3-4 | Chute à Ian |
| 4 | R3 | R3 | |
| 4.2 | R3-4 | R3-4 | |
| 4.5 | R3 | R3 | |
| 5 | R2 | R2 | |
| 5.5 | R2 | R2 | |
| 6 | R3 | R3 | |
| 6.2 | R3-4 | R3-4 | |
| 6.5 | R2-3 | R2-3 | |
| 7 | R2 | R2 | |
| 8 | R1 | R1 | |
| 8.5 | R2 | R2 | |
| 9 | R1 | R1 | |
| — | rapide R2-3 | R2-3 | court rapide de 200m |
| — | rapides R2-3 | R2-3 | rapides faciles jusqu'à la section « Les Chandelles » |
| — | rapides R3-4 | R3-4 | deux courts rapides qui demandent une reconnaissance par la rive droite |
| — | S4-1m Danger Rappel P. à G. | S4 | Danger Rappel |
| KM | Description | Distance | Side |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | C-12m Chute à Taupin P. à G. | — | — |
| 7.5 | C-20m Chute des Pins P. à G. | — | — |
| — | portage rive gauche en amont de la section de la chute des Pins | — | — |
| — | portage à gauche, chute pittoresque | — | — |
| — | portage du dernier seuil par la rive gauche | — | — |
Bras Saint-Nicolas et Bras d'Apic Section B River is rated R1, R1-R3, R2, R2-3, R2-R3, R3, R3 (S4), R3-4, S4, intermédiaire/expert.
The best time is May-June.
Bras Saint-Nicolas et Bras d'Apic Section B River is located in the Capitale-Nationale region of Canada.
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