California Whitewater
MAINSTREAM - CONFLUENCE WITH COOPER CANYON TO CONFLUENCE WIT SOUTH FORK LITTLE ROCK CREEK
STREAMFLOW: 68 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The whitewater river run from Mainstream to Confluence with Cooper Canyon and then to Confluence with South Fork Little Rock Creek in California is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 200-400 cfs, which typically occurs during the spring snowmelt or after heavy rainfall.
This section of the river has been given a Class III-IV rating, making it best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The total segment mileage for this run is approximately 8.5 miles. Along the route, paddlers will encounter several notable rapids and obstacles, including Pinball, Squeeze, and S-Turn, which require technical maneuvering and careful navigation.
Specific regulations to the area include the requirement for all paddlers to wear personal flotation devices and helmets while on the river. Additionally, camping and fires are only permitted in designated areas, and visitors are expected to follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash. Local outfitters offer guided tours and equipment rentals, and it is recommended that paddlers have experience and proper gear before attempting this challenging whitewater run.
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This section of the river has been given a Class III-IV rating, making it best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The total segment mileage for this run is approximately 8.5 miles. Along the route, paddlers will encounter several notable rapids and obstacles, including Pinball, Squeeze, and S-Turn, which require technical maneuvering and careful navigation.
Specific regulations to the area include the requirement for all paddlers to wear personal flotation devices and helmets while on the river. Additionally, camping and fires are only permitted in designated areas, and visitors are expected to follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash. Local outfitters offer guided tours and equipment rentals, and it is recommended that paddlers have experience and proper gear before attempting this challenging whitewater run.
Get driving directions.
| Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
| River Levels | 54 cfs (1.85 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 168% |
| Reporting Streamgauge | BIG ROCK C NR VALYERMO CA |
| Elevation | 4,069 ft. |
| River | |
| Watershed | Antelope-Fremont Valleys |
Nearby Camping
| Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Flats | 25 | 5,639 ft | |||
| Devore | 6 | 2,914 ft | |||
| Sycamore Flats | 12 | 4,411 ft | |||
| Southfork | 21 | 4,557 ft | |||
| Crystal Lake Rec Area | 191 | 5,689 ft | |||
| Bohelli Regional Park | Numerous | 1,107 ft | |||
| Chilao | 111 | 5,333 ft | |||
| Big Rock | 8 | 5,417 ft | |||
| Little Jimmy | 16 | 7,419 ft | |||
| Glenn Camp | 8 | 2,095 ft | |||
| Mt. Pacifico | 9 | 7,092 ft | |||
| Coldbrook | 20 | 3,285 ft |
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