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 put-in location is a reasonable drive from Clearlake, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Big Sulphur Creek in California is 4.6 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-V section of whitewater. Whitewater paddling here in the Coast Ranges is a great experience. The beautiful scenery of Lake County and the water flowing gracefully down Big Sulphur Creek have people coming here. There's camping available near Big Sulphur Creek. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and     some kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other spots. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Close to Geysers to Iron Bridge section is one of them. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in California is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. Briefly about the general area: If you're addicted to cool geologic features, try Eagle Rock, and going for a hike on the Cadd Fire Trail is always   a delightful adventure. There's no way anybody can get bored here in the Coast Ranges. You might want to pay a visit to Coldwater Canyon while you're here at Big Sulphur Creek. Big Sulphur Creek is a wet spot that gets a lot of precipitation; of all the months in a year January is the one with the most rain, and July on the other hand is the driest. During the months of summer highs here at Big Sulphur Creek reach the 90's while overnight lows are usually in the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 50's while Big Sulphur Creek overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 30's. 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. Hope Merrill & Hope Bosworth Bed And Breakfast Inns, Geyserville 8 miles away The incomparable Hope-Inns are perfect for travelers who insist on the finest historic accommodations while touring the wine country. The pair of exceptional inss offers striking architecture, a comfo... Old Crocker Inn, Cloverdale 10 miles away Old Crocker Inn is a secluded bed and breakfast retreat in Sonoma County wine country. Started as a hunting lodge in the 1880s by railroad magnate Charles Crocker, the Crocker Ranch has, over the year... Best Western Dry Creek Inn, Healdsburg 10 miles away This Healdsburg hotel offers newly opened Tuscan style rooms with private balcony, fireplace and jetted tub. Also available are the very spacious Vintage style rooms. Located within minutes of 50 ...   Coast Ranges Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Coast Ranges. Coast Ranges Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Coast Ranges. All California Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in California. Books about whitewater paddling on Big Sulphur Creek, California List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Big Sulphur Creek, California. Find a whitewater outfitter in California Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Clearlake, California Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Clearlake, California, the metro area neareast to Big Sulphur Creek. 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 Old Crocker Inn, Cloverdale , 10 miles away Best Western Dry Creek Inn, Healdsburg , 10 miles away Travelodge, Healdsburg , 10 miles away Hotel Healdsburg, Healdsburg , 11 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Big Sulphur Creek: Beavercreek RV Park and Camp, Cobb, 7 miles away Beaver Creek RV Park and Campground, Cobb, 7 miles away Alexander Valley Camp Ground, Healdsburg, 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