The Deschutes starts off as a winding flatwater run until it reaches Wyeth Campground. Below here is a class IV rapid that is a recommended portage. Accidents and deaths have occurred here so if you do decide to float Pringle Falls be sure to scout it and set safety appropriately. Most floaters take out at Wyeth Campground.
If you are looking to get some floating and fly fishing in, this is a great section.
Wickiup flow releases can be had here: http://www.usbr.gov/pn-bin/graphrt.pl?wico_q
| Class | I |
| Current Flow | Visual or Unknown |
| Recommended Flow |
Minimum: 500.0 Average: 1500.0 Maximum: 3500.0 |
| Typical Season |
Begins: January Ends: December |
| Recommended Use |
Kayaking: Yes Rafting: Yes Canoeing: Yes SUP: No Packrafting: No Fishing: Yes |
| Primary Gauge | VISUAL |
| Length | 9.0 Mile(s) |
| Gradient | 7.7 FPM |
