California whitewater - Alameda Creek, Alameda County

Alameda county, Sunol to Niles Junction Close to Fremont section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     4.3 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in California tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. The starting location is a short drive from San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. There's camping available near Alameda Creek. Getting a
    good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. The natural beauty of Alameda County and the cool fresh water have people coming here. The Sunol to Niles Junction Close to Fremont stretch is the only paddling stretch along Alameda Creek. The
Sunol to Niles Junction Close to Fremont section of Alameda Creek in Alameda County is 4.3 miles long and it is classified as a class III section by American Whitewater. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip.

Briefly about the general area:
Throughout the days of summer, highs mostly are in the 70's at Alameda Creek, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. For the period of the wintertime this place gets highs in the 50's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Alameda Creek fall into
 
the 40's. Stonybrook Canyon is a good place to spend some time at.
A common amount of precipitation falls here at Alameda Creek; January is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month is July.

Alameda Creek, Sunol to Niles Junction Close to Fremont road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 4.3 miles
Average Gradient: 21 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.5951
Longitude: -121.90291

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.5824
Longitude: -121.96411

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Current weather conditions at Alameda Creek, California
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Local climate location: UPR SAN LEANDRO FILTER 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites FREMONT - MILPITAS, Fremont
5 miles away
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5 miles away
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La Quinta Inn And Suites Fremont, Fremont
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Outdoors Recreation Near San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, California, the metro area neareast to Alameda Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Alameda Creek.
 Whitewater Near Alameda Creek:
Arroyo Hondo River, Santa Clara County , 15 miles away, Class V - 8 miles long (Kincaid Road to Calaveras Reservoir)
Arroyo Mocho River, Alameda County , 19 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 8 miles long (Above Waterfalls to Mines Road bridge)
Arroyo Valle River, Santa Clara/ Alameda County , 22 miles away, Class IV - 28 miles long (Mt. Hamilton to Del Valle Reservoir)
Pescadero Creek, San Mateo County , 29 miles away, Class II - 9 miles long (Portola State Park to Memorial County Park)
San Lorenzo River, Santa Cruz County , 30 miles away, Class II - 9.1 miles long (Boulder Creek to Felton)
 Ski Areas Near Alameda Creek:
Bear Valley, California , 140 miles away, 1900 vertical feet
Dodge Ridge, California , 141 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Royal Gorge, California , 141 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Kirkwood, California , 142 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Soda Springs, California , 143 miles away, 652 vertical feet
Sierra at Tahoe, California , 144 miles away, 2212 vertical feet
Sugar Bowl, California , 145 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Boreal, California , 145 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Alpine Meadows, California , 145 miles away, 1802 vertical feet
Donner Ski Ranch, California , 146 miles away, 750 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Alameda Creek:
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites FREMONT - MILPITAS, Fremont , 5 miles away
Fremont CA Days Inn, Fremont , 5 miles away
La Quinta Inn And Suites Fremont, Fremont , 6 miles away
Best Western Garden Court Inn, Fremont , 6 miles away
Marriott Fremont, Fremont , 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Alameda Creek:
Trailer Tel, San Jose, 13 miles away
Aloha Mobile Village and Trailer, Sunnyvale, 14 miles away
Mobilehome Manor and RV Park, San Jose, 14 miles away
 National Parks Near Alameda Creek:
Juan Bautista De Anza National Historic Trail, San Francisco - CA , 35 miles away
Golden Gate National Recreation Area, San Francisco - CA , 36 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Alameda Creek:
Sunol Valley Golf Club, Sunol , 3 miles away
 Lakes Near Alameda Creek

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