California whitewater - Yosemite Creek, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County Mariposa county, Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     8 miles   The natural beauty of Mariposa County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in California is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. This section of Yosemite Creek is 8 miles long and it is classified as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. Yosemite Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls section is the only one. Whether you're whitewater     rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. No need to look hard for hotels, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. The beautiful Central Sierra Nevada scenery is an added bonus. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: Yosemite Creek is right by the Hetch Hetchy Trail; hiking along the North Dome Trail is nice fun. All the water falling down from the sky makes Yosemite Creek a wet spot; January is the month that gets the most rain while July is regularly the driest month. During the days of summer highs here at Yosemite Creek get into the 80's, and throughout the night   it cools down to the 50's. Daytime highs during the wintertime are in the 40's, and nighttime lows in the 20's for Yosemite Creek. Yep, outdoors cool things truly is abundant here in the Central Sierra Nevada. Yosemite Creek, Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls 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: 37.8515 Longitude: -119.57361 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.7583 Longitude: -119.59421 Paddler input for Yosemite Creek, California: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Yosemite Creek, Central Sierra Nevada, California Local climate location: CHERRY VALLEY DAM 12 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park 3 miles away As a National Historical Landmark and one of the most distinctive resort hotels in North America, The Ahwahnee is well known for its great granite facade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone heart... dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park 8 miles away Wawona is one of the oldest mountain resort hotels in California and a National Historic Landmark. Its verdant meadows, rushing streams, and tranquility make this a favorite of those who prefer a rela... Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park 8 miles away As the closest property to Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Lodge is an idyllic spot for families, group retreats and visitors seeking to blend the comforts of a hotel while exploring the wilderness. In 1998,...   Central Sierra Nevada Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Central Sierra Nevada. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Yosemite Creek.   Whitewater Near Yosemite Creek: Tuolumne River, Tuolumne County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 32 miles long (Tioga Road Bridge to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir) Tenaya Creek, Mariposa County , 7 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Super Slide) Merced River, Mariposa County , 10 miles away, Class V - 4.8 miles long (Routes 120-140 Junction to Arch Rock Entrance Station) Merced River - South Fork, Mariposa County , 15 miles away, Class V+ - 16 miles long (Upper) Big Creek, Mariposa County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 1 miles long (Chowchilla Mountain Road to South Fork Merced River) Merced River - South Fork, Mariposa County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.4 miles long (Snyder Gulch to Route 140 Bridge) Willow Creek, Madera County , 24 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Greys Mt. Campground to Chilkoot Campground) Willow Creek, Madera County , 25 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Chilkoot Campground to Bass Lake) Cherry Creek - West Fork, Tuolumne County , 25 miles away, Class V+ - 9.5 miles long (Bourland Meadow to Cherry Lake) Tuolumne River - South Fork, Tuolumne County , 26 miles away, Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Highway 120 to Rainbow Pool Picnic Area)   Ski Areas Near Yosemite Creek: Badger Pass, California , 10 miles away, 800 vertical feet Dodge Ridge, California , 33 miles away, 1600 vertical feet June Mountain, California , 34 miles away, 2590 vertical feet Mammoth Mountain, California , 41 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Sierra Summit, California , 43 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Bear Valley, California , 49 miles away, 1900 vertical feet Kirkwood, California , 58 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Sierra at Tahoe, California , 64 miles away, 2212 vertical feet Heavenly, California , 66 miles away, 3500 vertical feet Homewood, California , 81 miles away, 1650 vertical feet   Hotels Near Yosemite Creek: The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park , 3 miles away dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park , 8 miles away Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park , 8 miles away Ahwahnee Hotel, Yosemite National Park , 8 miles away Curry Village, Yosemite National Park , 8 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Yosemite Creek: Porcupine Flat Campground, Mariposa County, 1 miles away Upper River Campground, Mariposa County, 3 miles away Lower River Campground, Mariposa County, 4 miles away   Trails Near Yosemite Creek: Hetch Hetchy Trail, Mariposa County , 2 miles away, 7.7 hiking miles, 3804 feet elevation difference North Dome Trail, Mariposa County , 2 miles away, 14.4 hiking miles, 4985 feet elevation difference Eagle Peak Trail, Mariposa County , 2 miles away,  9.4 hiking miles, 3939 feet elevation difference Yosemite Falls Trail, Mariposa County , 3 miles away,  9.4 hiking miles, 3958 feet elevation difference Tenaya Lake And Tuolumne Meadows Trail, Mariposa County , 4 miles away,  10.8 hiking miles, 910 feet elevation difference Four Mile Trail, Mariposa County , 4 miles away, 3.7 hiking miles, 3869 feet elevation difference Ten Lakes Trail, Mariposa County , 5 miles away, 16.9 hiking miles, 2769 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Yosemite Creek: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park - CA , 13 miles away Devils Postpile National Monument, Mammoth Lakes - CA , 60 miles away   Lakes Near Yosemite Creek