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BWCA Portage 123 (Hatchet)

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Approximate Length:
15m (3 rods)

Lakes:

Climb/Descent Meters:
0.1

"Hilliness" Index
7

# of Comments:
3

On 9/11/2026 4:58:40 PM, collinsm22 said:
Visit Date:
9/4/2026

Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures of this portage and the creek water level. It was fairly easy to walk the boat downstream through these rocks. The water was slow enough it might have even been possible to go upstream. After so many short portages from Snowbank, it was a relief to avoid taking all the stuff out of the boat.
On 6/5/2026 7:15:50 PM, Ben Strege said:
Visit Date:
5/29/2026

You might only have to take the portage going upstream or if the water is low. I have never had to take the portage. I have always been able to paddle through, both upstream and downstream (though upstream was considerably more difficult).
On 7/30/2014 2:30:30 PM, Gavia said:
Visit Date:
6/16/2014

This portage can be paddled through in higher water levels.
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Thomas pond - Hatchet Cr (line through)
Thomas pond - Hatchet Cr (line through) by Gavia
9/14/2009
Thomas pond - Hatchet Cr (paddle through)
Thomas pond - Hatchet Cr (paddle through) by Gavia
6/16/2014
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