California whitewater - West Walker River, Central Sierra Nevada, Mono County Mono county, Leavitt Station Trailhead to Pickel Meadow section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     2.3 miles   This section of West Walker River in California is 2.3 miles long and has been rated as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. There's camping available near West Walker River. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The Leavitt Station Trailhead     to Pickel Meadow section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. When you're paddling down a Central Sierra Nevada river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. The scenic beauty of Mono County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. This is a pretty short section so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. Briefly about the general area: A short journey to Silver Falls is always worthwhile; magnificent hiking is available along the Early Emigrant and Indian Trail. West Walker River gets very   little precipitation; January is the month that gets the most rain, and July is when it's the driest. So much exciting stuff to do in the Central Sierra Nevada, not sufficient time. All through the summertime highs here at West Walker River get into the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 40's while the cold winter nights at West Walker River are in the 20's. West Walker River, Leavitt Station Trailhead to Pickel Meadow road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 2.3 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.3286 Longitude: -119.5506 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.35049 Longitude: -119.51471 Paddler input for West Walker River, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at West Walker River, Central Sierra Nevada, California Local climate location: WOODFORDS 7 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near West Walker River.   Whitewater Near West Walker River: West Walker River, Mono County , 8 miles away, Class III-V - 11 miles long (Highway 395 Bridge to Walker) Stanislaus River - Middle Fork, Tuolumne County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V - 13 miles long (Baker Campground to Donnells Lake) Carson River - East Fork, Alpine County , 23 miles away, Class III - 7.3 miles long (Cave Rock to Hangman's Bridge) Tuolumne River, Tuolumne County , 23 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 32 miles long (Tioga Road Bridge to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir) Carson River - East Fork, Alpine County , 25 miles away, Class II - 20 miles long (Hangman's Bridge to Gardnerville) Carson River - East Fork, Alpine County , 28 miles away, Class II - 20 miles long (Hangman's Bridge to CA-NV border) Yosemite Creek, Mariposa County , 29 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls) Tenaya Creek, Mariposa County , 30 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Super Slide)   Ski Areas Near West Walker River: Dodge Ridge, California , 30 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Bear Valley, California , 36 miles away, 1900 vertical feet Badger Pass, California , 38 miles away, 540 vertical feet Kirkwood, California , 41 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Heavenly, California , 43 miles away, 3500 vertical feet June Mountain, California , 44 miles away, 2580 vertical feet Sierra at Tahoe, California , 45 miles away, 2212 vertical feet Mammoth Mountain, California , 53 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Diamond Peak, Nevada , 56 miles away, 1840 vertical feet Mt. Rose, Nevada , 59 miles away, 1800 vertical feet   Hotels Near West Walker River: Super 8 Gardnerville/Carson City, Gardnerville , 19 miles away Best Western Topaz Lake Inn, Topaz Lake , 20 miles away The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park , 32 miles away David Walley's Resort, Genoa , 35 miles away The Mountain Club, Kirkwood , 35 miles away   Camp Grounds Near West Walker River: Leavitt Meadows Campground, Mono County, 1 miles away Sonora Bridge Campground, Mono County, 4 miles away Meadowcliff Lodge & RV Resort, Coleville, 6 miles away   Trails Near West Walker River: Early Emigrant and Indian Trail, Mono County , 3 miles away, 7.6 hiking miles, 2323 feet elevation difference Lost Canyon Trail, Mono County , 9 miles away, 9.9 hiking miles, 3648 feet elevation difference Silver King Trail, Alpine County , 9 miles away,  23.6 hiking miles, 1976 feet elevation difference Corral Valley Trail, Alpine County , 9 miles away,  7.4 hiking miles, 756 feet elevation difference Pacific Crest Trail - section 12, County , 16 miles away, 67 hiking miles, 4061 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near West Walker River: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park - CA , 42 miles away Devils Postpile National Monument, Mammoth Lakes - CA , 69 miles away   Lakes Near West Walker River