California whitewater - Eel River - North Fork, Coast Ranges, Trinity/ Mendocino County

Trinity/ Mendocino county, Salt Creek to Hulls Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV     12 miles
  The beautiful scenery of Trinity/ Mendocino County and the water flowing gracefully down Eel River - North Fork are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. This stretch of Eel River - North Fork in California is 12 miles long and it is classified as a class IV section by American Whitewater. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your camp stove.
    The Salt Creek to Hulls Creek stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. The beauty of the Coast Ranges is a great plus for this river. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. There aren’t any hotels right nearby
but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Eel River - North Fork commonly tend to be in the 80's with nighttime lows in the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 40's, and night lows during the winter
 
for Eel River - North Fork tend to be in the 30's. Eel River - North Fork is a wet place that gets a lot of precipitation; December is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month of the year is July.
Don't leave Eel River - North Fork without first going for a hike along the Ben Duncan Mailbox Trail.

Eel River - North Fork, Salt Creek to Hulls Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV
Length: 12 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.12369
Longitude: -123.33371

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.00419
Longitude: -123.2719

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Current weather conditions at Eel River - North Fork, Coast Ranges, California
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Local climate location: RICHARDSON GROVE ST PK 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville
34 miles away
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35 miles away
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Dean Creek Resort, Redway
35 miles away
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Ukiah, California, the metro area neareast to Eel River - North Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Eel River - North Fork.
 Whitewater Near Eel River - North Fork:
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 5 miles away, Class III - 8 miles long (Hulls Creek to Mina Road)
Mad River, Trinity County , 7 miles away, Class III - 5.8 miles long (North and South Fork confluence to Barry Creek Road)
Eel River, Mendocino/ Trinity/ Humboldt County , 14 miles away, Class II-IV - 47 miles long (Dos Rios to Alderpoint)
Eel River - Middle Fork, Mendocino County , 17 miles away, Class II-V - 32 miles long (Black Butte River to Dos Rios)
Trinity River - South Fork, Trinity County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Downstream from Forest Glen)
Van Duzen River, Trinity County , 19 miles away, Class III - 7.2 miles long (West Fork to Senteney Creek)
Mad River, Trinity/ Humboldt County , 25 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Ruth Reservoir to Forest Service Road 5 miles below Highway 36)
Tenmile Creek, Mendocino County , 25 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel)
Hayfork Creek, Trinity County , 25 miles away, Class III - 3.5 miles long (Above Highway 36 to Highway 36)
Rattlesnake Creek, Mendocino County , 27 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (US 101 to Big Bend)
 Ski Areas Near Eel River - North Fork:
Mount Shasta, California , 101 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 114 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Eel River - North Fork:
Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville , 34 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Willits, Willits , 35 miles away
Dean Creek Resort, Redway , 35 miles away
Clarion Collection Baechtel Creek Inn & Spa, Willits , 35 miles away
Baechtel Creek Inn and Spa, Willits , 36 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Eel River - North Fork:
Fern Campground, Trinity County, 15 miles away
Pickett Peak Campground, Trinity County, 16 miles away
Bailey Canyon Campground, Trinity County, 16 miles away
 Trails Near Eel River - North Fork:
Ben Duncan Mailbox Trail, Trinity County , 3 miles away, 3.7 hiking miles, 1303 feet elevation difference
Ben Arthur Trail, Trinity County , 8 miles away, 7.1 hiking miles, 1839 feet elevation difference
Willow Trail, Trinity County , 10 miles away,  10 hiking miles, 1081 feet elevation difference
Morrison Trail, Trinity County , 11 miles away,  10.2 hiking miles, 875 feet elevation difference
Rough Gulch Trail, Trinity County , 12 miles away,  8 hiking miles, 4155 feet elevation difference
Waterspout Trail, Trinity County , 12 miles away, 5.6 hiking miles, 2078 feet elevation difference
Ruth Hayfork Trail, Trinity County , 13 miles away, 6.6 hiking miles, 2939 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Eel River - North Fork:
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Whiskeytown - CA , 59 miles away

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