C-07 Rocky River/Watson River upstream to Ashley Lake
Geographic Location:
- Northern Manitoba
Name of Trip:
- Rocky River/Watson River upstream to Ashley Lake
Major Lakes/Rivers:
- Walford L, Ashley L.
Source of Information:
- Maps: 64 I/3, I/4.
Duration of Trip:
- 6 days paddling.
Total Distance:
- 80 kilometres.
River Rating:
- Rocky River: Class 2. Watson River: Class 2-3. Some dragging necessary through shallow rapids approaching Ashley Lake, otherwise deep channel. This depends on water levels.
Portages:
- No portages.
- Portaging unnecessary for downstream travelers except (maybe) 3 sets of rapids immediately below Ashley Lake. River negotiated by paddling, wading, and poling. Portaging and shoreline tracking difficult due to dense vegetation.
Start (Put In):
- North Knife Lake. Accessible by plane.
Finish (Take Out):
- Ashley Lake.
Remoteness:
- Wilderness.
Comments:
- In this area you will find marsh, marsh, and lots of marsh. Some old beaver activity.
- There is only one good campsite at Walford Lake esker, otherwise marginal camping due to dense vegetation.
