California whitewater - Dinkey Creek, Central Sierra Nevada, Fresno County

Fresno county, Old mine trail to National Forest Kings confluence section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     1.5 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 a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The Old mine trail to National Forest Kings confluence stretch of Dinkey Creek in Fresno County is 1.5 miles long and is a class V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This is a short paddling stretch so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. Some people
    prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you
make reservations in advance you're all set. The nature scenery of Fresno County and the water flowing gracefully down Dinkey Creek attract people from near and far. When you're paddling down a Central Sierra Nevada river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. The Old mine trail to National Forest Kings confluence stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system.

Briefly about the general area:
You just can't envision the amount of outdoors entertaining stuff the Central Sierra Nevada has to offer. The yearly
 
precipitation here at Dinkey Creek is about average; January is the wettest month with most rain, and July is the month with the least moisture.
Summer brings highs in the 70's to Dinkey Creek while overnight lows are usually in the 40's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Dinkey Creek are in the 20's. Sycamore Springs is a striking place to check out while you're at Dinkey Creek, and you should undeniably explore Indian Rock during your stay.

Dinkey Creek, Old mine trail to National Forest Kings confluence 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: 130 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.92475
Longitude: -119.13157

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.90167
Longitude: -119.12203

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Current weather conditions at Dinkey Creek, Central Sierra Nevada, California
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Local climate location: HUNTINGTON LAKE 12 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Americana, Dinuba
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Visalia-Porterville, California, the metro area neareast to Dinkey Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Dinkey Creek.
 Whitewater Near Dinkey Creek:
Kings River - North Fork, Fresno County , 2 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Dinkey Creek to Main Kings Confluence)
Kings River - North Fork, Fresno County , 2 miles away, Class V - 1.5 miles long (Balch Afterbay to confluence with Dinkey Creek)
Kings River, Fresno County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.5 miles long (Garnet Dike Campground to Kirch Flat Campground)
Dinkey Creek, Fresno County , 4 miles away, Class V+ - 6.3 miles long (Ross Creek Trail to confluence of National Forest Kings)
Mill Flat Creek, Fresno County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Forest Service Road 12S0 to Kings River)
Kings River, Fresno County , 5 miles away, Class II(III) - 7 miles long (Kings River Powerhouse to Big Creek Cove)
Big Creek Kings River Tributary, Fresno County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Trimmer Springs Road to Kings River)
Big Creek Kings River Tributary, Fresno County , 8 miles away, Class III-V - 5 miles long (Bridge on Forest Service Route 7 to Trimmer Springs Road)
Dinkey Creek, Fresno County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Dinkey Creek Campgrounds to logging spur road)
Sycamore Creek, Fresno County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Trimmer Springs Road to Kings River)
 Ski Areas Near Dinkey Creek:
Sierra Summit, California , 18 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Mammoth Mountain, California , 41 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
June Mountain, California , 47 miles away, 2590 vertical feet
Badger Pass, California , 56 miles away, 800 vertical feet
Shirley Meadow, California , 77 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Dodge Ridge, California , 91 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Bear Valley, California , 108 miles away, 1900 vertical feet
Kirkwood, California , 117 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Sierra at Tahoe, California , 123 miles away, 2212 vertical feet
Heavenly, California , 125 miles away, 3500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Dinkey Creek:
Best Western Americana, Dinuba , 28 miles away
Comfort Inn At Sequoia National Park, Three Rivers , 31 miles away
Lazy J Ranch Motel, Three Rivers , 31 miles away
Western Holiday Lodge Three Rivers, Three Rivers , 32 miles away
Comfort Suites Visalia, Visalia , 34 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Dinkey Creek:
Kirch Flat Campground, Fresno County, 2 miles away
Camp Four Campground, Fresno County, 3 miles away
Mill Flat Campground, Fresno County, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Dinkey Creek:
Deep Creek Trail, Fresno County , 10 miles away,  8 hiking miles, 1608 feet elevation difference
Bobs Flat Trail, Fresno County , 11 miles away, 5.3 hiking miles, 1872 feet elevation difference
Red Mountain Trail, Fresno County , 16 miles away,  16.8 hiking miles, 2167 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Dinkey Creek:
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park, Three Rivers - CA , 31 miles away
Devils Postpile National Monument, Mammoth Lakes - CA , 45 miles away

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