Rouge, QC

River Description

The Harrington Canyon section of the Rouge is usually run when the more famous Seven Sisters section is too high.

The majority of the rapids are in the first half of the run with most of the lower have quickwater and flatwater.

Regional Map – Rivers of the Laurentides Area

Des rivières de la région de laurentides (Région administrative 15)

Map by Ministère du Développement durable, de l'Environnement et des Parcs

Technical info

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River profile type......
Distance................ 5.0 miles
Duration................ 2-4 hours
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Portages................ 1-3
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Drainage area........... 2100 sq miles
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Wildlife................ 
Distance from Quebec.... 229 miles
Distance from Montreal.. 80 miles

Rafting, Paddling Shops, Etc.

Campgrounds

Lodging, Motels, etc.

Amenities

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Other Resources

MYOSIS.CA Web Site (Débit des rivières for gage levels.)
La Fédération québécoise du canot et du kayak (FQCK) (Info débit for gage levels.)
Le club de canot-camping des Pays-d´en-Haut (CCCPH)

Regional Weather

AccuWeather.com Canada, MétéoMédia Canada or Environment Canada weather forcast.