California Whitewater
NF BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH YELLOW CREEK
STREAMFLOW: 54 CFS
• Class III River Run
The Whitewater River Run Nf Boundary To Confluence With Yellow Creek in California is a challenging and rewarding experience for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of river is between 400 and 800 cfs, providing a thrilling ride through class III and IV rapids.
The segment mileage of this run is approximately 8.5 miles and includes a variety of river rapids and obstacles, including the infamous "Meatgrinder" rapid. Other notable rapids include "S-Turn" and "Pinball". Paddlers should be aware of the risks associated with these rapids and should have appropriate safety equipment.
Specific regulations to this area include the requirement for a permit to access the river, which can be obtained from the Bureau of Land Management website. Additionally, all watercraft must have a valid California registration or be exempt from registration.
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The segment mileage of this run is approximately 8.5 miles and includes a variety of river rapids and obstacles, including the infamous "Meatgrinder" rapid. Other notable rapids include "S-Turn" and "Pinball". Paddlers should be aware of the risks associated with these rapids and should have appropriate safety equipment.
Specific regulations to this area include the requirement for a permit to access the river, which can be obtained from the Bureau of Land Management website. Additionally, all watercraft must have a valid California registration or be exempt from registration.
Get driving directions.
| Last Updated | 2023-11-30 |
| River Levels | 442 cfs (3.23 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 70% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | SPANISH C AB BLACKHAWK C AT KEDDIE CA |
| Elevation | 3,141 ft. |
| River | |
| Watershed | North Fork Feather |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haskins Valley | 38 | 5,174 ft | |||
| Queen Lily | 12 | 2,456 ft | |||
| Little North Fork | 6 | 3,807 ft | |||
| Silver Lake (Family ) | 7 | 5,778 ft | |||
| Lower Bucks | 7 | 5,054 ft | |||
| Whitehorse | 20 | 5,230 ft | |||
| Gansner Bar | 14 | 2,316 ft | |||
| Sundew | 19 | 5,217 ft | |||
| Cool Springs | 33 | 4,177 ft | |||
| Soldier Meadows | 10 | 4,716 ft | |||
| Ponderosa Flat | 63 | 4,164 ft | |||
| Almanor | 103 | 4,560 ft |
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