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Haute Madeleine provides an advanced whitewater challenge in upper Gaspésie with 8 technical rapids ranging from R2 to R4, requiring 3 portages around the most difficult sections. This remote headwater section flows through pristine wilderness with limited camping infrastructure (1 campsite), making it ideal for expert paddlers seeking technical challenges in an unspoiled mountain environment. Spring and early summer offer peak water levels for this demanding route. The advanced difficulty rating and remote location make this a destination for experienced whitewater enthusiasts only.
Madeleine (Haute) River is rated Advanced. Whitewater ratings are not exact: grades change with water level and season. Verify current conditions locally before you paddle.
The best time is May-July.
Madeleine (Haute) River is located in the Gaspésie region of Canada.
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