Black, S. Branch
South Lake to Black River
| Difficulty | II-IV |
| Length | 5.2 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Gauge | Black River Near Boonville Ny |
| Flow Rate as of 1 hour | 5.47 ftbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | February 15, 2026 |
River Description
Paddle accross the lake to get to the dam where the run starts. After some moving flat water the run turns into a boulder garden which is continuous almost the whole way to the takeout. Once you reach the Black River confluence, continue downstream on that run. Take out at the bridge downstream from the confluence.
River Features
Lake Club Road Put-in
Distance: 0 mi
Put in on the resevoir and paddle across to the dam and the start of the run.
South Lake Dam Start of Run
Distance: 0.02 mi
Other
The run starts at the base of the dam.
Black River Confluence
Distance: 5.19 mi
Other
From this point, continue downstream on the Black River.
Farr Road Take-out
Distance: 8 mi
Take Out
The run continues on the Black River and you can take out at Farr Road Bridge.
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