California whitewater - Rattlesnake Creek, Coast Ranges, Mendocino County

Mendocino county, US 101 to Big Bend section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     5 miles
  The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Ukiah, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The US 101 to Big Bend stretch of Rattlesnake Creek is 5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. The nature scenery of Mendocino County and the water flowing gracefully down Rattlesnake Creek make the trip here worthwhile. When you're paddling down a Coast Ranges river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature have a
    lot of people coming here. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. There
are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good places for that around here. This is the only paddling section along Rattlesnake Creek. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.

Briefly about the general area:
Rattlesnake Creek usually gets lots of rain; December is the month that gets the most rain while July is frequently the driest month. Summertime highs at Rattlesnake Creek
 
regularly tend to be in the 80's while nighttime lows are mostly in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's, and winter nights come with lows in the 30's to Rattlesnake Creek.
Since you're here at Rattlesnake Creek why not have a look at Pedro Opening.

Rattlesnake Creek, US 101 to Big Bend road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V
Length: 5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.83219
Longitude: -123.61811

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.8236
Longitude: -123.67781

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Current weather conditions at Rattlesnake Creek, Coast Ranges, California
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Local climate location: RICHARDSON GROVE ST PK 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville
18 miles away
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Dean Creek Resort, Redway
20 miles away
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Best Western Vista Manor Lodge, Fort Bragg
22 miles away
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Outdoors Recreation Near Ukiah, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Ukiah, California, the metro area neareast to Rattlesnake Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rattlesnake Creek.
 Whitewater Near Rattlesnake Creek:
Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County , 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.5 miles long (Close to Branscomb to Big Bend)
Tenmile Creek, Mendocino County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel)
Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 21 miles long (Big Bend to Piercy)
Eel River, Mendocino/ Trinity/ Humboldt County , 13 miles away, Class II-IV - 47 miles long (Dos Rios to Alderpoint)
Noyo River, Mendocino County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 20 miles long (Northspur to Fort Bragg)
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 25 miles away, Class III - 8 miles long (Hulls Creek to Mina Road)
Outlet Creek, Mendocino County , 25 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162)
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 27 miles away, Class IV - 12 miles long (Salt Creek to Hulls Creek)
Van Duzen River, Trinity County , 29 miles away, Class III - 7.2 miles long (West Fork to Senteney Creek)
Eel River - Middle Fork, Mendocino County , 30 miles away, Class II-V - 32 miles long (Black Butte River to Dos Rios)
 Ski Areas Near Rattlesnake Creek:
Mount Shasta, California , 127 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 136 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Rattlesnake Creek:
Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville , 18 miles away
Dean Creek Resort, Redway , 20 miles away
Best Western Vista Manor Lodge, Fort Bragg , 22 miles away
Travelodge Mariah County, Fort Bragg , 23 miles away
Pine Beach Inn, Fort Bragg , 23 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rattlesnake Creek:
Hickey Campground, Mendocino County, 6 miles away
Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area, Mendocino, 8 miles away
Redwoods River Resort and Campground, Leggett, 8 miles away

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