River Crossings
Can be dangerous with the prodigious snowmelt.
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River Crossings Details
In summer, rivers and creeks swollen by runoff from snowmelt are dangerous. Powerful current, icy water, and river obstructions can trap or kill the unwary. Stay away from river and creek banks during high water conditions, and avoid rock hopping. Stream-polished rocks along the water's edge may be slippery when wet or dry. If you choose to cross a stream without a bridge, avoid deep and/or swift water. If crossing on a natural bridge of rocks or logs, consider where you will land if you fall. Never cross above rapids or falls. To prevent being pulled under by your pack's weight, unbuckle your waist strap so you can shed your pack if you fall in. Do not tie yourself into safety ropes --they can drown you.
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