The play spot is located on river left between the bank and an island. Major eddies swirl on each side, allowing paddlers to attain the front of the main hole. The left eddy is a little kinder. The hole proper has all the muscle you want to contend with, and immediately behind it is a fast wave without a significant curl for most of the tidal flow. The hole and wave combo evolve constantly throughout the ebb.
Action is hottest about three hours into the ebb.
The Falls can be boated year-round. Know your roll. You won't bang off the bottom nor over rocks, but the current will sweep you back into the heart of the Reversing Falls. Under the viewpoint, large, violent and unpredictable whirlpools, currents and boils will do incredibly nasty things to you. Best idea is to paddle the hole the first time with experienced locals.