This variation of the Rivière du Sourd features multiple class II-III rapids with several mandatory portages, offering 16 rapids over its length with 5 portages and 8 campsites. The route includes challenging class V-VI sections requiring advanced skills and potentially dangerous water levels. The river flows through beautiful Outaouais wilderness with excellent fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Spring conditions provide the most reliable flows, though water levels can vary significantly. Access requires careful planning with local outfitters recommended for shuttle services.
| KM | Name | Class | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | [unnamed rapids near point 1] | RII-III | 230 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids near point 2] | RII | 200 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids near point 3] | RII | 210 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids near Du lac Clair] | RII, S II-III | 440 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids near point 4] | RII, S V-VI | 385 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids in lower section] | RII | 190 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids near bottom] | S II-III | 100 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids at bottom left] | RIII | 75 m section |
| — | [unnamed rapids at very bottom] | RII | 360 m section |
| — | RII | RII | Class II rapid with 30m portage option |
| — | RIII | RIII | Class III rapid with 26m portage |
| — | RII-III | RII-III | Class II-III rapid with 362m portage |
| — | RII | RII | Class II rapid with 120m portage |
| — | RII | RII | Class II rapid with 50m portage |
| — | RII | RII | Class II rapid with 69m portage |
| — | RII | RII | Class II rapid with 100m portage at Petit lac Portelance |
| KM | Description | Distance | Side |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | P2 portage 230 m | — | — |
| — | P3 portage 210 m | — | — |
| — | P1 portage 200 m | — | — |
| — | Portage at barrage | — | — |
| — | Portage 385m S-V-VI | — | — |
Du Sourd River is rated Multiple class RII-RIII rapids with several portages required, RII, RII, S II-III, RII, S V-VI, RII-III, RIII, S II-III.
The best time is May-June.
Du Sourd River is located in the Outaouais region of Canada.
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