Upper Dart

Within this middle section there are a number of features on the Upper Dart, only notable rapids are mentioned here.

The entry is straight forward, and the twisting path makes for the first Class IV whitewater, where a long pool Eagle Flats awaits below.

An island divides the flow, with a long boulder garden down the left, and easy rapids to a steeper exit on the right.

A series of ledges from Broadledge, finish in a diagonal ramp at Mel Pool, where in high water makes for a huge cushion wave and the centre of difficulties when in flood.

Mel Pool Steps, has a number of routes, with the a series of small slides that leads to easier water.

A diagonal drop with cushion wave, chunky stopper, large rocks with the water funnelled between them.