California whitewater - Eel River - South Fork, Coast Ranges, Mendocino County
Mendocino
county,
Big Bend to Piercy section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 21 miles
This stretch of Eel River - South Fork in California is 21 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. The beautiful scenery of Mendocino County and the water flowing gracefully down Eel River - South Fork make the trip here worthwhile. 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 rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. When you're paddling down a Coast Ranges river like this one you always get great
scenery along the way too. The campgrounds here at Eel River - South Fork are pretty good. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of places for that. This river system is full of great paddling sections,
the Big Bend to Piercy section is just one of them. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove.
Briefly about the general area: Having a nice time in the Coast Ranges is simple. Near Eel River - South Fork you locate nice places like Windy Gap. High temperatures at Eel River -
South Fork through the months of summer are in the 80's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. During the winter highs are in the 40's, and night lows at Eel River - South Fork during the winter generally fall into the 30's. Some pleasant nature is available
in Frank and Bess Smithe Redwood Grove It's always nice to pop by Mill Creek Falls. All the water falling down from the sky makes Eel River - South Fork a wet spot; the wettest month of the year is regularly December, that's the one that rains the most, and July is the month with the least moisture.
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