OAK BOTTOM RIVER ACCESS
Boat Launches • River Access • Weather
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-23T00:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt is expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Oregon, including Coos, Curry, Jackson, and Josephine counties and western Siskiyou County in northern California. * WHEN...Until midnight PST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1227 PM PST, satellite estimates and rain gauge data indicate heavy rain in the warned area. Between 1 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 7 inches are possible in the warned area. Some areas will receive snowfall and then switch to rainfall. Rain can melt the snow and cause a higher runoff response than rainfall alone. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SUMMARY
Based on the latest information available, the Oak Bottom River Access boat ramp is located in the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area in California. It is a concrete boat ramp that provides access to the Sacramento River. The ramp is approximately 20 feet wide and can accommodate small to medium-sized watercraft, including fishing boats, kayaks, canoes, and jet skis.
According to the National Park Service, the Sacramento River is designated as a recreational river, and boaters are allowed to operate motorized and non-motorized watercraft on the river. However, there are speed limits in place, and boaters are expected to follow all safety regulations and guidelines.
Overall, the Oak Bottom River Access boat ramp appears to be a well-maintained and accessible launch point for boaters looking to explore the scenic Sacramento River.
NEARBY FISHING
Local Campgrounds
| Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basin Gulch | 19 | |||
| Sheill Gulch | 9 | |||
| Scott Flat | 18 | |||
| Forest Glen | 21 | |||
| Miller Spring | 5 | |||
| Hell Gate | 29 | |||
| Philpot | 10 | |||
| Deerlick Springs | 13 | |||
| Big Slide | 15 | |||
| Mad River | 40 |
