This straight river is definitely not a "float" river. It can be challenging even to the experienced paddler. There are boulders throughout the river making it only possible to do in high waters. There are shut-ins all along the river. This section of the river has Class II and Class III rapids. At the Roselle Access, about 14 miles in, there are some good rapids with fast riffles. The next 1.5 miles will have some 3 sharp drops and continuous rapids. The steepest drop is 4-6 feet. A portage is advised at the Silver Mine Dam. The left side is runnable, but can swamp the craft in high waters due to a high wave that is produced.