California whitewater - Tomki Creek, Coast Ranges, Mendocino County

Mendocino county, Hearst Road to Eel River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     9.3 miles
  The put-in location is a short drive from Ukiah, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Tomki Creek is 9.3 miles long and is a class III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The natural beauty of Mendocino County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. If you've been out of state whitewater
    rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. There's camping available near Tomki Creek. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. The Hearst
Road to Eel River stretch is the only paddling stretch along Tomki Creek. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. The Coast Ranges scenery is wonderful. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come.

Briefly about the general area:
The high level of rainfall makes Tomki Creek a pretty wet location; January is the month that gets the most rain, and July on the other hand is the driest. Summertime brings highs in the 90's to Tomki Creek.
 
Summer overnight lows dip down to the 50's. For the duration of the winter this place gets highs in the 50's while Tomki Creek overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 30's.

Tomki Creek, Hearst Road to Eel River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 9.3 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.45629
Longitude: -123.24521

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.42459
Longitude: -123.14081

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Current weather conditions at Tomki Creek, Coast Ranges, California
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Local climate location: COVELO 3 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Willits Inn, Willits
11 miles away
The Best Western Willits Inn is Willits' newest and finest motel. The comfort and style of a one-of-a-kind motel will make your stay in Willits one you will not soon forget. We are conveniently loca...

Super 8 Willits, Willits
11 miles away
Welcome to Willits, CA, located in the heart of Mendocino County. Willits offers many activities in and around the community, and gives you firsthand experience of small town America at its finest. ...

Lark Motel, Willits
11 miles away
Economy motel with clean rooms located on HWY 101 one half mile south of downtown Willits. Close to many dining options. We offer free wireless internet....



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Tomki Creek.
 Whitewater Near Tomki Creek:
Eel River, Mendocino County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 35 miles long (Van Arsdale Dam to Dos Rios)
Russian River - East Fork, Mendocino County , 11 miles away, Class II+(III) - 2.6 miles long (Falls to Lake Mendocino)
Eel River, Lake County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.7 miles long (Lake Pillsbury to Bucknell Creek)
Outlet Creek, Mendocino County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162)
Russian River, Mendocino County , 14 miles away, Class II - 8.8 miles long (Calpella to Ukiah)
Eel River - Middle Fork, Mendocino County , 18 miles away, Class II-V - 32 miles long (Black Butte River to Dos Rios)
Eel River, Lake County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V - 18 miles long (Horse Creek to Lake Pillsbury)
Black Butte River, Glenn / Mendocino County , 21 miles away, Class IV+ - 24 miles long (Headwaters at Basin to Middle Fork Eel)
Rancheria Creek, Mendocino County , 28 miles away, Class II - 11 miles long (Mountain View Road to Navarro River)
Rancheria Creek, Mendocino County , 28 miles away, Class II+(III) - 13 miles long (Fish Rock Road to Mountain View Road)
 Hotels Near Tomki Creek:
Best Western Willits Inn, Willits , 11 miles away
Super 8 Willits, Willits , 11 miles away
Lark Motel, Willits , 11 miles away
Baechtel Creek Inn and Spa, Willits , 11 miles away
Clarion Collection Baechtel Creek Inn & Spa, Willits , 11 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Tomki Creek:
Lake Pillsbury Resort, Potter Valley, 9 miles away
Golden Rule RV Park, Willits, 10 miles away
Willits Koa Kampground, Willits, 10 miles away

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