California whitewater - Big Sulphur Creek, Coast Ranges, Lake County Lake county, Close to Geysers to Iron Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V     4.6 miles   The starting point is not too far from Clearlake, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in California are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. 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. On this section     you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. The river winds through the Coast Ranges and you get great scenery. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are not so many other good spots for that around here. This section of Big Sulphur Creek in California is 4.6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III-V section. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Close to Geysers to Iron Bridge stretch is one of them. The scenic beauty of California and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. Briefly about the general area: Big Sulphur Creek is a wet place that gets much rainfall; January is when you get the most   rain here, and July on the other hand is the driest. While you're here at Big Sulphur Creek you can take a hike along the Cadd Fire Trail, and close by Coldwater Canyon is a splendid place to go. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 90's to Big Sulphur Creek. During the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 50's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 50's with temperatures at Big Sulphur Creek dipping down into the 30's all through winter nights. You completely must have a thing about the Coast Ranges. Eagle Rock is an exciting thing to see while you're here at Big Sulphur Creek. Big Sulphur Creek, Close to Geysers to Iron Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-V Length: 4.6 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.78649 Longitude: -122.7781 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.824 Longitude: -122.87681 Paddler input for Big Sulphur Creek, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Big Sulphur Creek, Coast Ranges, California Local climate location: LAKEPORT 22 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Big Sulphur Creek.   Whitewater Near Big Sulphur Creek: Little Sulphur Creek, Sonoma County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 11 miles long (Healdsburg-Geyserville Road to Big Sulphur Creek) Big Sulphur Creek, Lake County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Iron Bridge to washed-out crossing) Russian River, Mendocino/ Sonoma County , 15 miles away, Class II+(III) - 8.4 miles long (Pieta Creek to 101 Bridge) Mark West Creek, Sonoma County , 17 miles away, Class III-V - 4 miles long (Mark West Lodge to Mark West Road) Putah Creek, Lake/ Napa County , 28 miles away, Class IV-V - 16 miles long (Highway 29 to Lake Berryessa) Cache Creek, Lake / Yolo County , 28 miles away, Class II(III) - 18 miles long (Highway 20 to Bear Creek Confluence)   Ski Areas Near Big Sulphur Creek: Mount Shasta, California , 142 miles away, 1390 vertical feet Royal Gorge, California , 169 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Soda Springs, California , 171 miles away, 652 vertical feet Boreal, California , 173 miles away, 500 vertical feet Sugar Bowl, California , 174 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Donner Ski Ranch, California , 175 miles away, 750 vertical feet Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 177 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Tahoe Donner, California , 180 miles away, 600 vertical feet Alpine Meadows, California , 180 miles away, 1802 vertical feet Squaw Valley, California , 180 miles away, 2850 vertical feet   Hotels Near Big Sulphur Creek: Hope Merrill & Hope Bosworth Bed And Breakfast Inns, Geyserville , 8 miles away Travelodge, Healdsburg , 10 miles away Best Western Dry Creek Inn, Healdsburg , 10 miles away Hotel Healdsburg, Healdsburg , 11 miles away Konocti Vista Casino Resort, Lakeport , 12 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Big Sulphur Creek: Beavercreek RV Park and Camp, Cobb, 7 miles away Alexander Valley Camp Ground, Healdsburg, 8 miles away Loch Lomond RV Park, Middletown, 8 miles away   Trails Near Big Sulphur Creek: Cadd Fire Trail, Sonoma County , 3 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 640 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Big Sulphur Creek: Point Reyes National Seashore, Point Reyes - CA , 40 miles away Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley - CA , 52 miles away