What is the hardest river to kayak?

Santo Domingo River, Chiapas, Mexico Rio Santo Domingo is known as the steepest kayakable river in the world. Oregon Kayaking defines rafting there as the Holy Grail of big-drop steep creeking.See why in this video.



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Whirlpool Rapids Gorge—Niagara River, New York The Niagara Gorge is a deadly section of exploratory rapids. As the water travels through, it reaches about 30 mph, creating the Class 6 Whirlpool Rapids, some of the most extreme in the entire world.

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On the water
  1. Don't paddle if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  2. Use extra caution when paddling in cold water. ...
  3. Never strap a person or lifejacket to a canoe or kayak.
  4. Paddling in a group is safer than paddling alone.


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