California whitewater - Trinity River - South Fork, Coast Ranges, Trinity County

Trinity county, Downstream from Forest Glen section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     8 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in California tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that rivers here are less forgiving. The natural beauty of Trinity County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The Downstream from Forest Glen stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Whitewater paddling
    here in the Coast Ranges is a great experience. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. This section
of Trinity River - South Fork is 8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class IV-V section. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.

Briefly about the general area:
You'll in fact wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the fun things in the Coast Ranges. Granite Canyon is a great place to stop by in the neighborhood of Trinity River - South Fork. Trinity River - South Fork commonly gets lots of precipitation; the wettest month
 
of the year is usually December, that's the one that rains the most while July is generally the driest month.
Good hiking is available along the Ruth Hayfork Trail; don't forget to take a look at Kingfisher Point if you're here. Throughout the months of summer at Trinity River - South Fork highs are commonly in the 90's. During the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 50's. All through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's with temperatures at Trinity River - South Fork dipping down into the 30's throughout winter nights.

Trinity River - South Fork, Downstream from Forest Glen road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 8 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.3748
Longitude: -123.32731

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.41389
Longitude: -123.40671

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Current weather conditions at Trinity River - South Fork, Coast Ranges, California
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Local climate location: BIG BAR RANGER STATION 15 miles away


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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 - South Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Trinity River - South Fork.
 Whitewater Near Trinity River - South Fork:
Van Duzen River, Trinity County , 8 miles away, Class III - 7.2 miles long (West Fork to Senteney Creek)
Hayfork Creek, Trinity County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 21 miles long (3 miles West of Hayfork to Hyampom)
Mad River, Trinity/ Humboldt County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Ruth Reservoir to Forest Service Road 5 miles below Highway 36)
Mad River, Trinity County , 13 miles away, Class III - 5.8 miles long (North and South Fork confluence to Barry Creek Road)
Hayfork Creek, Trinity County , 16 miles away, Class III-V - 12.7 miles long (Gemmil Gulch Picnic Ground to Carr Creek)
Trinity River - South Fork, Trinity/ Humboldt County , 16 miles away, Class II-V - 64.6 miles long (East Fork to low bridge off South Fork Road)
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 18 miles away, Class IV - 12 miles long (Salt Creek to Hulls Creek)
Trinity River, Trinity County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 23.6 miles long (Pigeon Point Campground to Cedar Flat)
Hayfork Creek, Trinity County , 22 miles away, Class III - 3.5 miles long (Above Highway 36 to Highway 36)
Eel River - North Fork, Trinity/ Mendocino County , 23 miles away, Class III - 8 miles long (Hulls Creek to Mina Road)
 Ski Areas Near Trinity River - South Fork:
Mount Shasta, California , 94 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 100 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 192 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Trinity River - South Fork:
Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville , 33 miles away
Dean Creek Resort, Redway , 33 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Trinity River - South Fork:
Pickett Peak Campground, Trinity County, 2 miles away
Forest Glen Campground, Trinity County, 3 miles away
Fern Campground, Trinity County, 3 miles away
 Trails Near Trinity River - South Fork:
Ruth Hayfork Trail, Trinity County , 6 miles away, 6.6 hiking miles, 2939 feet elevation difference
Rough Gulch Trail, Trinity County , 10 miles away,  8 hiking miles, 4155 feet elevation difference
Ben Arthur Trail, Trinity County , 10 miles away, 7.1 hiking miles, 1839 feet elevation difference
County Line Trail, Humboldt County , 17 miles away, 2.7 hiking miles, 3397 feet elevation difference
Ben Duncan Mailbox Trail, Trinity County , 18 miles away, 3.7 hiking miles, 1303 feet elevation difference
Blake Trail, Humboldt County , 18 miles away, 4.5 hiking miles, 3420 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Trinity River - South Fork:
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Whiskeytown - CA , 56 miles away
 Lakes Near Trinity River - South Fork

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