California whitewater - Brush Creek, Southern Sierra Nevada, tulare County tulare county, Rincon Camp to Kern River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     1.5 miles   You don't walk back up the run.........there is a short shuttle, then you walk down to the put-in Says Scott This stretch of Brush Creek in tulare County is 1.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. This is the only paddling section along Brush Creek. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The natural     beauty of tulare County and the water flowing gracefully down Brush Creek attract people from near and far. This is a short paddling stretch so no need to bring snacks. Whitewater paddling here in the Southern Sierra Nevada is a great experience. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in California are often more challenging than in other states, so keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling spots. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: If you want a little side journey, try Brin Canyon, and a short tour to South Creek Falls is always worthwhile. If you want a fine time   in the great outdoors just come on up to the Southern Sierra Nevada. During the summertime months, highs ordinarily are in the 90's at Brush Creek. Summer night lows drop down to the 60's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 50's with winter lows in the 30's overnight here at Brush Creek. The amount of rain that falls at Brush Creek is close to the national average; most of the rain falls through January; the driest month is July. Brush Creek, Rincon Camp to Kern River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 1.5 miles Average Gradient: 360 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.96979 Longitude: -118.4583 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.96609 Longitude: -118.4771 Paddler input for Brush Creek, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Brush Creek, Southern Sierra Nevada, California Local climate location: THREE RVRS EDISON PH 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Porterville Inn, Porterville 39 miles away A warm and inviting staff welcomes you at the Best Western Porterville Inn. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Brush Creek.   Whitewater Near Brush Creek: Dry Meadow Creek, Kern County , 2 miles away, Class V - 1.5 miles long (to North Fork Kern) Kern River, Tulare/ Kern County , 4 miles away, Class III-V - 17 miles long (Johnsondale Bridge to Powerhouse #3) Kern River, Tulare County , 5 miles away, Class III-V - 16.8 miles long (Forks of Kern to Johnsondale Bridge) Kern River - South Fork, Tulare County , 20 miles away, Class III-V+ - 22 miles long (Kennedy Meadows to Long Valley) Kern River, Kern County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (Lake Isabella to Sandy Flat) Kern River, Tulare County , 22 miles away, Class II-V+ - 37 miles long (Junction Meadow to Forks of Kern) Kern River - South Fork, Tulare County , 23 miles away, Class V - 17 miles long (Monache Meadows to Kennedy Meadows) Kern River, Kern County , 25 miles away, Class III-V - 11.5 miles long (Sandy Flat to Democrat Hot Springs)   Ski Areas Near Brush Creek: Shirley Meadow, California , 16 miles away, 600 vertical feet Sierra Summit, California , 85 miles away, 1679 vertical feet   Hotels Near Brush Creek: Best Western Porterville Inn, Porterville , 39 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites PORTERVILLE, Porterville , 39 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites Sequoia Kings Canyon, Three Rivers , 40 miles away Americas Best Value Lazy J Ranch Three Rivers, Three Rivers , 40 miles away Comfort Inn Lone Pine, Lone Pine , 44 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Brush Creek: Limestone Campground, Tulare County, 1 miles away Lower Campground, Tulare County, 3 miles away Gold Ledge Campground, Tulare County, 5 miles away   Trails Near Brush Creek: Tobias Creek Trail, Tulare County , 6 miles away, 6.5 hiking miles, 4434 feet elevation difference Summit Trail, Tulare County , 9 miles away,  51.4 hiking miles, 3514 feet elevation difference Bull Run Cattle Drive, Tulare County , 11 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 1739 feet elevation difference Cannell Meadow Trail, Kern County , 13 miles away,  21.4 hiking miles, 5112 feet elevation difference Old Sled Trail, Tulare County , 14 miles away, 2.1 hiking miles, 1313 feet elevation difference Virginia Trail, Kern County , 15 miles away, 4.1 hiking miles, 2879 feet elevation difference Black Mountain Trail, Tulare County , 19 miles away, 6.3 hiking miles, 4286 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Brush Creek: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park, Three Rivers - CA , 39 miles away   Lakes Near Brush Creek