Place

Fritzes Narrows

Waters rush over and through shallow rock edges in a chute which a kayaker floats down.
Canoers float the Fritzes Narrows - "The Chute" - class I rapids.

NPS Photo

Quick Facts
Location:
After Stan's Landing and Fritzes Island
Significance:
River Feature
Designation:
Class I Rapid

Scenic View/Photo Spot

Don't be alarmed by the short walls of this unique river feature, the Fritzes Narrows, otherwise known as Fritzes Chute are a class I rapid.

Kayakers and canoers enjoy this unique spot because on years when the river is low, there is a channel about 6 feet wide that is deeper than the rest of the river bed for them to paddle through and not have to worry about getting out and around the shallow spots.

Niobrara National Scenic River

Last updated: February 1, 2021