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   The Downstream from Forest Glen section of Trinity River - South Fork is 8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV-V section. When you're paddling down a Coast Ranges river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle,     it's good length for a morning trip. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so better not forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The wonderful Trinity County scenery and the cool fresh water beats anything. Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the days of summer at Trinity River - South Fork temperatures are typically in the 90's; through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 40's; night lows in the 30's   for Trinity River - South Fork. All the outdoors entertaining stuff in the Coast Ranges will keep you coming back persistently. Going for a hike along the Ruth Hayfork Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region. Granite Canyon is a great spot to spend some time at, and a spree to Kingfisher Point is always a perfect idea. Trinity River - South Fork mostly gets a large amount of rain; December is when you get the most rain here while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation. 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 Paddler input for Trinity River - South Fork, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Trinity River - South Fork, Coast Ranges, California Local climate location: BIG BAR RANGER STATION 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville 33 miles away Stay at this Garberville hotel situated at the entrance of the Humboldt Redwoods State Park. The Best Western Humboldt House Inn is conveniently located near Humboldt Redwoods State Park and hiking... 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Find a whitewater outfitter in California Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Eureka-Arcata-Fortuna, California 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.       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, 1195 vertical feet   Hotels Near Trinity River - South Fork: Best Western Humboldt House Inn, Garberville , 33 miles away Dean Creek Resort, Redway , 33 miles away Motel Garberville, Garberville , 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