The Désert River offers a remote wilderness canoe experience in the Outaouais with 13 rapids from Class I-V, including dangerous major falls requiring portages. This 18-campsite route provides true solitude - trip reports mention seeing no other paddlers for days. The river features technical whitewater through Canadian Shield terrain with significant elevation drops and challenging portages. Access is from Lacs du Pont near Highway 117, ending at Chute-Rouge bridge. Best suited for experienced whitewater paddlers due to the presence of Class V rapids and dangerous waterfalls requiring expert route-finding skills.
Désert River is rated 0h12, DANGER - CHUTE, EV, Mixed with Class I-V rapids, R1, R1, R2, ..., R6, R1-R2 with some portages, R2, R2-3, R3, RI (3).
The best time is May-August.
Désert River is located in the Outaouais region of Canada.
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