California whitewater - Butte Creek, Northern Sierra Nevada, Butte County Butte county, PGandE Powerhouse to Covered Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+     6 miles   The natural beauty of California and the water flowing gracefully down Butte Creek attract people from near and far. The average California whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. This is the only paddling section along Butte Creek. On this section you do get some distance, suitable for an afternoon trip. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the     river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This stretch of Butte Creek in California is 6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II+ section. The put-in is not too far from Chico, as you can see on the road map further down. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. The wild scenery of the Northern Sierra Nevada is great. Briefly about the general area: The yearly rainfall here at Butte Creek is about average; all through the month of January you get the most rain around here, and the driest month of the year is July. During the months of   summer at Butte Creek highs are usually in the 90's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 60's. During the winter highs are in the 50's; overnight lows at Butte Creek during the wintertime typically descend into the 30's. Carson Spring is an inspiring site to go to during your stay. Butte Creek, PGandE Powerhouse to Covered Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+ Length: 6 miles Average Gradient: 30 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.78879 Longitude: -121.65671 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.729 Longitude: -121.70231 Paddler input for Butte Creek, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Butte Creek, Northern Sierra Nevada, California Local climate location: CHICO UNIVERSITY FARM 22 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Paradise Inn, Paradise 3 miles away Welcome to the Paradise Inn. Nestled amongst the beautiful tall pines you will discover one of the oldest, and most desirable places for lodging in the quaint little town of Paradise, Ca. As you enter... Comfort Inn Central, Paradise 5 miles away Quite country location, beautifully appointed guest rooms, excellent customer service, award winning hotel. Easy commute to Chico and Ca State University. Numerous local antique shops, Plenty of activ... Oxford Suites Chico, Chico 9 miles away Luxurious all suite hotel. Newly renovated guest suites featuring Sealy Premium beds. Complimentary full, hot Buffet Breakfast each morning and Guests Reception each evening featuring light hors d*oeu...   Northern Sierra Nevada Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Northern Sierra Nevada. Northern Sierra Nevada Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Northern Sierra Nevada. All California Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in California. Books about whitewater paddling on Butte Creek, California List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Butte 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 Chico, California Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Chico, California, the metro area neareast to Butte Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Butte Creek.   Whitewater Near Butte Creek: Big Kimshew Creek, Butte County , 14 miles away, Class V - -blank- miles long (to Confluence with West Fork of Feather) Feather River - North Fork, Butte County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 7.5 miles long (Poe Dam to Poe Powerhouse) Deer Creek, Tehama County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V - 43 miles long (Highway 32 to Route 99) Feather River - North Fork, Plumas/ Butte County , 20 miles away, Class III-V - 6.5 miles long (Cresta Dam to Poe Dam) Mill Creek, Tehama County , 24 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 43 miles long (Town of Mill Creek to First Diversion Dam) Feather River - North Fork, Plumas County , 27 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Rock Creek Dam to Rock Creek Powerhouse) Feather River - Middle Fork, Plumas/ Butte County , 28 miles away, Class V+ - 6.5 miles long (Milsap Bridge to Lake Oroville)   Ski Areas Near Butte Creek: Royal Gorge, California , 90 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Mount Shasta, California , 91 miles away, 1390 vertical feet Soda Springs, California , 93 miles away, 652 vertical feet Boreal, California , 95 miles away, 500 vertical feet Sugar Bowl, California , 96 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Donner Ski Ranch, California , 96 miles away, 750 vertical feet Tahoe Donner, California , 100 miles away, 600 vertical feet Squaw Valley, California , 104 miles away, 2850 vertical feet Alpine Meadows, California , 104 miles away, 1802 vertical feet Granlibakken, California , 110 miles away, 300 vertical feet   Hotels Near Butte Creek: Paradise Inn, Paradise , 3 miles away Comfort Inn Central, Paradise , 5 miles away Oxford Suites Chico, Chico , 9 miles away Residence Inn by Marriott Chico, Chico , 9 miles away Courtyard by Marriott Chico, Chico , 9 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Butte Creek: Paradise Trailer Park, Paradise, 4 miles away Lake Oroville State Recreation Area, Butte City, 6 miles away Pine Ridge Travel Trailer Park, Paradise, 7 miles away   Trails Near Butte Creek: Graham Trail, Tehama County , 17 miles away,  3.2 hiking miles, 1422 feet elevation difference Murphy Trail, Tehama County , 18 miles away,  3.6 hiking miles, 2025 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Butte Creek: Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mineral - CA , 33 miles away   Golf Courses Near Butte Creek: Paradise Pines Golf Course, Magalia , 6 miles away Bidwell Park Golf Course, Chico , 7 miles away