California whitewater - Kings River, Central Sierra Nevada, Fresno County Fresno county, Middle South Fork confluence to Garnet Dike Campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     10 miles   The Middle South Fork confluence to Garnet Dike Campground section of Kings River in California is 10 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V section. 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 many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good places. 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. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so pack your camping stuff. The river winds through the Central Sierra Nevada and you get great scenery. The wonderful California scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Kings River have people coming here. Briefly about the general area: Kings River gets a typical amount of yearly rain; January is the month that gets the most rain; the driest of the months is July. During the   summer at Kings River highs are regularly in the 90's while night lows are mostly in the 60's. Daytime highs all through the winter are in the 50's; winter nights come with lows in the 30's to Kings River. The trees of Cabin Creek Grove are a perfect source of shade on hot summer days, and a short visit to Garlic Falls is always worthwhile. These mountains rock, just explore all the enjoyable stuff to do in the Central Sierra Nevada. If you're looking for a beach right next door to Kings River, we recommend Sandy Cove Beach. Kings River, Middle South Fork confluence to Garnet Dike Campground road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 10 miles Average Gradient: 96 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.837 Longitude: -118.87289 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.8634 Longitude: -119.02851 Paddler input for Kings River, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Kings River, Central Sierra Nevada, California Local climate location: BALCH POWER HOUSE 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn At Sequoia National Park, Three Rivers 24 miles away Hotel offers free high-speed Internet access, fitness room with sauna, seasonal outdoor pool/hot tub, picnic area, conference room and business center. Hot tub and fireplace in some rooms. National Pa... Best Western Exeter Inn & Suites, Exeter 34 miles away The Best Western Exeter Inn & Suites is located in one of California's most charming small towns surrounded by citrus groves and vineyards. You will find antique stores and specialty shops, dining, t... Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites DINUBA WEST, Dinuba 35 miles away Welcome to the newly built , Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Dinuba, California, conveniently located 45 miles from the breathtaking Kings Canyon Park and the Redwoods in Sequoia. Come and explore gia...   Central Sierra Nevada Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Central Sierra Nevada. Central Sierra Nevada Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Central Sierra Nevada. All California Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in California. Books about whitewater paddling on Kings River, California List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Kings River, 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 Visalia-Porterville, California Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Visalia-Porterville, California, the metro area neareast to Kings River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Kings River.   Whitewater Near Kings River: Kings River, Fresno County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.5 miles long (Garnet Dike Campground to Kirch Flat Campground) Mill Flat Creek, Fresno County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Forest Service Road 12S0 to Kings River) Kings River - North Fork, Fresno County , 11 miles away, Class V - 1.5 miles long (Balch Afterbay to confluence with Dinkey Creek) Kings River - Middle Fork, Fresno County , 11 miles away, Class IV-V - 6 miles long (Above Wishon Reservoir) Kings River - North Fork, Fresno County , 12 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Dinkey Creek to Main Kings Confluence) Dinkey Creek, Fresno County , 13 miles away, Class V - 1.5 miles long (Old mine trail to National Forest Kings confluence) Kaweah River - North Fork, Tulare County , 15 miles away, Class V+ - 8 miles long (Tarbell Pocket to Yucca Creek) Kings River - Middle Fork, Fresno County , 16 miles away, Class V+ - 29 miles long (Dusy Branch to South Fork confluence) Dinkey Creek, Fresno County , 16 miles away, Class V+ - 6.3 miles long (Ross Creek Trail to confluence of National Forest Kings) Kings River, Fresno County , 18 miles away, Class II(III) - 7 miles long (Kings River Powerhouse to Big Creek Cove)   Ski Areas Near Kings River: Sierra Summit, California , 26 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Mammoth Mountain, California , 44 miles away, 3100 vertical feet June Mountain, California , 52 miles away, 2590 vertical feet Badger Pass, California , 67 miles away, 800 vertical feet Shirley Meadow, California , 69 miles away, 600 vertical feet Dodge Ridge, California , 102 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Bear Valley, California , 118 miles away, 1900 vertical feet Kirkwood, California , 127 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Sierra at Tahoe, California , 133 miles away, 2212 vertical feet Heavenly, California , 134 miles away, 3500 vertical feet   Beaches Near Kings River: Sandy Cove Beach, Fresno County , 5 miles away   Hotels Near Kings River: Comfort Inn At Sequoia National Park, Three Rivers , 24 miles away Best Western Exeter Inn & Suites, Exeter , 34 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites DINUBA WEST, Dinuba , 35 miles away Best Western Americana, Dinuba , 35 miles away Super 8 Motel Lindsay Olive Tree Inn, Lindsay , 37 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Kings River: Upper Kings Campground, Fresno County, 5 miles away Verplank Campground, Fresno County, 6 miles away Legger Flat Campground, Fresno County, 6 miles away   Trails Near Kings River: Sheep Creek Trail, Fresno County , 17 miles away,  6.2 hiking miles, 1123 feet elevation difference Don Cecil Trail, Fresno County , 19 miles away, 4.8 hiking miles, 3586 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Kings River: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park, Three Rivers - CA , 23 miles away Devils Postpile National Monument, Mammoth Lakes - CA , 42 miles away   Lakes Near Kings River