California whitewater - Trinity River, Coast Ranges, Trinity County

Trinity county, Cedar Flat to Hawkins Bar section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     10 miles
 
You gotta run this section of the trinity. All can be portaged except the bottom drop of number 3. Says Lou

The beautiful scenery of Trinity County and the playfulness of the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in California tend to be more challenging than the national average, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. The Cedar Flat to Hawkins Bar stretch
    of Trinity River in California is 10 miles long and it is classified as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your camping stuff.
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. Whitewater paddling here in the Coast Ranges is a great experience. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers.

Briefly about the general area:
Burnt Ranch Falls is an inspiring place to pop by while here; don't leave
 
Trinity River without first paying a visit to Gray Falls. Throughout the days of summer highs here at Trinity River reach the 90's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down into the 50's. Highs all through the winter are mostly in the 50's while the cold winter nights at Trinity River are in the 30's. All the water falling down from the sky makes Trinity River a wet location; the wettest month of the year is mostly December, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month is July.
Having a magnificent time in the Coast Ranges is easy.

Trinity River, Cedar Flat to Hawkins Bar road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 10 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.79019
Longitude: -123.4451

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.874
Longitude: -123.5328

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Current weather conditions at Trinity River, Coast Ranges, California
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Local climate location: ORLEANS 21 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Eureka-Arcata-Fortuna, California, the metro area neareast to Trinity River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Trinity River.
 Whitewater Near Trinity River:
New River, Trinity County , 6 miles away, Class III-V - 19.8 miles long (E Fork confluence to Trinity River)
Trinity River - South Fork, Trinity/ Humboldt County , 10 miles away, Class II-V - 64.6 miles long (East Fork to low bridge off South Fork Road)
Trinity River, Trinity/ Humboldt County , 14 miles away, Class II - 39 miles long (Hawkins Bar to Weitchpec)
Trinity River, Trinity County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 23.6 miles long (Pigeon Point Campground to Cedar Flat)
Hayfork Creek, Trinity County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 21 miles long (3 miles West of Hayfork to Hyampom)
Mad River, Trinity/ Humboldt County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Ruth Reservoir to Forest Service Road 5 miles below Highway 36)
Klamath River, Humboldt County , 24 miles away, Class II - 16 miles long (Orleans to Weitchpec)
Redwood Creek, Humboldt County , 24 miles away, Class II - 5.4 miles long (Highway 299 to Bair Road)
Trinity River - North Fork, Trinity County , 24 miles away, Class IV-V - 14 miles long (Hobo Gulch to Bridge 1 mile above mouth)
Trinity River - South Fork, Trinity County , 24 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Downstream from Forest Glen)
 Ski Areas Near Trinity River:
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 85 miles away, 1195 vertical feet
Mount Shasta, California , 92 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Trinity River:
Howard Johnson Express Arcata, Arcata , 41 miles away
Days Inn Arcata CA, Arcata , 41 miles away
Comfort Inn Arcata, Arcata , 41 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Arcata, Arcata , 41 miles away
Best Western Arcata Inn, Arcata , 41 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Trinity River:
Gray Falls Campground, Trinity County, 1 miles away
Happy Camp Campground, Humboldt County, 5 miles away
Panther Creek Campground, Trinity County, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Trinity River:
Grouse Creek Tractor Trail, Humboldt County , 11 miles away, 2.9 hiking miles, 2606 feet elevation difference
Dan East Trail, Humboldt County , 12 miles away, 1.6 hiking miles, 2406 feet elevation difference
Grouse Creek Tractor Way, Humboldt County , 13 miles away, 0.8 hiking miles, 896 feet elevation difference
Blake Trail, Humboldt County , 14 miles away, 4.5 hiking miles, 3420 feet elevation difference
County Line Trail, Humboldt County , 15 miles away, 2.7 hiking miles, 3397 feet elevation difference
Pilot Ridge Trail, Humboldt County , 16 miles away, 2.3 hiking miles, 735 feet elevation difference
Horse Ridge National Scenic Trail, Humboldt County , 16 miles away,  24.4 hiking miles, 2221 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Trinity River:
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Whiskeytown - CA , 62 miles away
Redwood National and State Parks, Crescent City - CA , 68 miles away
 Lakes Near Trinity River

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