White Creek Paddle Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

White Creek is a popular river run located in the state of California.


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Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this creek is between 200 to 500 cubic feet per second (cfs). It is rated as Class III-V rapids, which means that it is suitable only for experienced kayakers and rafters. The segment mileage of the river run is around 3 miles, and it has various rapids and obstacles such as Drops of Doom, The Slot, and S-Turn.

White Creek is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and there are specific regulations that visitors must follow. For instance, visitors are required to obtain a permit to access the river. The permit is free, but visitors must call ahead to make reservations. Additionally, visitors must be aware of the Leave No Trace principles to ensure that they do not damage the environment.

In conclusion, White Creek is a challenging and exciting river run for experienced kayakers and rafters. Visitors must follow specific regulations to access the river and must be aware of the ideal streamflow range, class rating, and specific river rapids/obstacles.

River Run Details

Last Updated
River Levels 1 cfs (1.08 ft)
Percent of Normal +100%
Optimal Range 200-500 cfs
Status Too Low
Class Level iii-v
Elevation ft
Streamflow Discharge cfs
Gauge Height ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 11154700
       

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