California whitewater - Tenmile Creek, Coast Ranges, Mendocino County

Mendocino county, Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     6 miles
  The put-in is not too far from Ukiah, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel section of Tenmile Creek is 6 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV section of whitewater. The wonderful Mendocino County scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Tenmile Creek 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 if you're not from around here don't
    forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. There are no other stretches to paddle along Tenmile Creek than the Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel stretch. You might
be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good spots for that around here. 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. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The beautiful Coast Ranges scenery is an added bonus. On this section you do get some distance, suitable for an afternoon trip.

Briefly about the general area:
A good deal of precipitation falls at Tenmile Creek;
 
the month with most of the rain is January, and the driest of the months is July.
The warmest time of the year at Tenmile Creek comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. For the duration of the winter this place gets highs in the 40's with winter lows in the 30's overnight here at Tenmile Creek.

Tenmile Creek, Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 6 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.7616
Longitude: -123.54071

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.755
Longitude: -123.63

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Current weather conditions at Tenmile Creek, Coast Ranges, California
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Local climate location: RICHARDSON GROVE ST PK 16 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Vista Manor Lodge, Fort Bragg
22 miles away
Free continental breakfast, heated indoor pool, rooms with ocean view, easy tunnel access to the beach, suites with fireplaces, cottages with kitchens, cable television with free HBO®, in room coffee,...

Pine Beach Inn, Fort Bragg
22 miles away
Set on eleven tranquil acres, we are the only inn with a private beach and cove. Few other inns can offer the serenity and natural beauty of the Mendocino coast as we do. The Inn is located just north...

Travelodge Mariah County, Fort Bragg
22 miles away
Historic Fort Bragg includes attractions such as California Western Skunk Train - Majestic Redwoods - Continental Breakfast - Free Wireless Internet - Travelodge offers Luxury Accommodations on Califo...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Tenmile Creek.
 Whitewater Near Tenmile Creek:
Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County , 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.5 miles long (Close to Branscomb to Big Bend)
Rattlesnake Creek, Mendocino County , 6 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (US 101 to Big Bend)
Eel River, Mendocino/ Trinity/ Humboldt County , 12 miles away, Class II-IV - 47 miles long (Dos Rios to Alderpoint)
Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 21 miles long (Big Bend to Piercy)
Noyo River, Mendocino County , 18 miles away, Class II-III - 20 miles long (Northspur to Fort Bragg)
Outlet Creek, Mendocino County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162)
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 22 miles away, Class III - 8 miles long (Hulls Creek to Mina Road)
Eel River - Middle Fork, Mendocino County , 25 miles away, Class II-V - 32 miles long (Black Butte River to Dos Rios)
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 25 miles away, Class IV - 12 miles long (Salt Creek to Hulls Creek)
Eel River, Mendocino County , 27 miles away, Class II-III - 35 miles long (Van Arsdale Dam to Dos Rios)
 Ski Areas Near Tenmile Creek:
Mount Shasta, California , 127 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 138 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Tenmile Creek:
Best Western Vista Manor Lodge, Fort Bragg , 22 miles away
Pine Beach Inn, Fort Bragg , 22 miles away
Travelodge Mariah County, Fort Bragg , 22 miles away
The Lodge At Noyo River, Fort Bragg , 23 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites Tradewinds, Fort Bragg , 23 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Tenmile Creek:
Hickey Campground, Mendocino County, 12 miles away
Standish-Hickey State Recreation Area, Mendocino, 14 miles away
Redwoods River Resort and Campground, Leggett, 14 miles away

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