Paddling near Molina, Maule

Molina sits in the Maule Region at the edge of the Andes foothills, where the surrounding river system draws paddlers ranging from beginners to elite whitewater kayakers. The Río Claro, accessible from near Molina, has earned an international reputation as one of the most demanding and spectacular whitewater runs in the world — a narrow, committing gorge with crystal-clear water and near-continuous drops that world-champion paddlers return to repeatedly. The Río Teno and the Río Maule round out the area's whitewater and touring options, while the Parque Inglés sector near Molina includes paddling access at Rocas Basálticas.