Swan Creek Up Stream

[ColdWaterFshr]

Bobby,

Its probably been close to 25 years ago since I ran it in high water, so I'm probably not the best person to ask.  I remember it being quite fast and big hay-stack rolling waves in several spots coming over the bow.  Had to pull over several times and bail water and calm my nerves with lots of bourbon as it continued to rain and the water-level came up.

Floaters guide book says it is a 10.5 fpm gradient for most of its floatable length, and class II-III in high water which is more than any of the rivers you mention, even the upper Jacks.  "Reasonable water level" is a moving target on that creek as it can quickly change in a matter of hours, so I would say its probably not for novices after a "good rain".  Summer time levels it will be super clear and I'm sure you'll have to do some dragging, but should be some good fishing and snorkeling.