The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of river is between 800-1,500 cubic feet per second (cfs) which provides Class III-IV rapids. This section of the river spans approximately 9 miles with specific rapids including "Souse Hole," "Deadman's Drop," and "Satan's Cesspool."
There are regulations in place for this area, including the requirement for a California Boater Card and proper safety equipment. Additionally, camping is only allowed in designated areas and fires are only permitted in established fire rings. It is important for visitors to follow Leave No Trace principles and properly dispose of all waste.
Deer C Nr Smartville Ca
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67cfs |
Yuba R Nr Marysville Ca
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2360cfs |
N Yuba R Bl Goodyears Bar Ca
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728cfs |
Bear R Nr Wheatland Ca
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250cfs |
Nf American R A North Fork Dam Ca
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867cfs |
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6250cfs |
| Last Updated | 2026-05-10 |
| River Levels | 12 cfs (1.62 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 172% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11418500 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Collins Lake RV Park & Campground
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Nevada County Fairgrounds
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Hornswoggle Group Campground
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Garden Point Campground
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Garden Point
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Dark Day
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Confluence With Jefferson Creek To Confluence With Kentucky Creek
One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek To Bullards Bar Reservoir Spillway (Elevation 1902 Feet)
One-Eighth Mile Downstream From Confluence With Cherokee Creek To One-Quarter Mile Upstream From Confluence With Slate Creek
Headwaters Of North Yuba River (Sec 10, T20N, R13 E) To One-Eighth Mile Downstream Of Confluence With Cherokee Creek
Slate Reservoir To North Yuba River
Confluence With South Fork Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Yuba River