Vallecito Creek: Third Time's the Charm

The Vallecito Creek was the second highlight of our trip; first being the Embudo. The Vallecito is said to rank in the top 5 creeks of the country. A list which includes the White Salmon, the Green River (NC), and the Rio Embudo. Due to high flows and blizzard conditions it took us three attempts to finally descend this famous gorge. Man did it live up to the hype.

View of the San Juan's on the hike into the Vallei Gorge

Clayton and Daniel after running the 18 footer Entrance.

Clayton lining up for the entrance of Trash Can rapid. Heading into the unknown gorge.

Josh likes to call this rapid Big F%&*ing Peter Cotton Tail

Clayton launching off of Big Fuzzy Bunny.

Daniel launching of the pad and screaming Big Fuzzy Bunny. Its tradition to yell the name as you run the drop. If you don't. Carry back up and run it again, but make sure to yell "Big Fuzzy Bunny" this time.
Daniel sticking the exit.

Ben, "BIG FUZZY BUNNY!"

Big Fuzzy Bunny from below.


Ben in the manky rapid above Paddle Bitch. Ben chose this line but the line chose to hand Josh and Daniel some mank. Check the vid.

Erin's gettin the boys' attention. Thanks for visiting and sharing the good brew, brats, and marshmellows.

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