California whitewater - Yuba River, Northern Sierra Nevada, Yuba/ Nevada County

Yuba/ Nevada county, North and Middle Fork confluence to Englebright Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     7.5 miles
  This stretch of Yuba River in California is 7.5 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of California and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The put-in is not too far from Yuba City-Marysville, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You might be into
    whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. Whitewater paddling here in the Northern Sierra Nevada is a great experience. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. This is not the only paddling
section in this river system, there are others too. The campgrounds here at Yuba River are pretty good. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in California are harder than the national norm, so better not forget that rivers here are less forgiving. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here.

Briefly about the general area:
If you want a splendid time in the great outdoors just come on up to the Northern Sierra Nevada. If you're here at Yuba River, do take a visit to Rolleys Point, and a splendid
 
place is Chute Ravine.
All through the summer at Yuba River highs are mostly in the 80's with night lows in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's; nighttime lows in the 20's for Yuba River. Yuba River frequently gets much rainfall; during the month of January you get the most rain around here, and the driest month of the year is July.

Yuba River, North and Middle Fork confluence to Englebright Reservoir road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 7.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.36859
Longitude: -121.1354

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.31209
Longitude: -121.2038

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Current weather conditions at Yuba River, Northern Sierra Nevada, California
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Local climate location: STRAWBERRY VALLEY 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Yuba River.
 Whitewater Near Yuba River:
Yuba River - North Fork, Yuba County , 3 miles away, Class V - 2.3 miles long (Bullards Bar Dam to Middle Fork Yuba)
Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V - 7.2 miles long (Route 49 to Bridgeport)
Yuba River - Middle Fork, Nevada/ Yuba County , 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 4.5 miles long (Route 49 to North Fork Yuba)
Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Purdon's Crossing to Route 49)
Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County , 11 miles away, Class IV - 4 miles long (Edwards Crossing to Purdon Crossing)
Yuba River, Yuba/ Nevada County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 6 miles long (Englebright Dam to Highway 20)
Yuba River - Middle Fork, Sierra/ Nevada/ Yuba County , 16 miles away, Class III-V - 22 miles long (Plumago Crossing to Route 49)
Yuba River - North Fork, Sierra County , 18 miles away, Class IV - 8.5 miles long (Goodyears Bar Bridge to Highway 49 Bridge)
Bear River, Nevada / Placer County , 18 miles away, Class II-V - 11 miles long (Highway 174 Bridge to Lake Combie)
Feather River - Middle Fork, Plumas/ Butte County , 19 miles away, Class V+ - 6.5 miles long (Milsap Bridge to Lake Oroville)
 Ski Areas Near Yuba River:
Soda Springs, California , 55 miles away, 625 vertical feet
Boreal, California , 57 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Sugar Bowl, California , 58 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Donner Ski Ranch, California , 58 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Tahoe Donner, California , 63 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Squaw Valley, California , 65 miles away, 2850 vertical feet
Alpine Meadows, California , 65 miles away, 1802 vertical feet
Granlibakken, California , 71 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Homewood, California , 71 miles away, 1650 vertical feet
Northstar at Tahoe, California , 72 miles away, 2280 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Yuba River:
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites GOLD MINERS INN-GRASS VALLEY, Grass Valley , 10 miles away
Holiday Lodge Grass Valley, Grass Valley , 10 miles away
Stagecoach Motel, Grass Valley , 10 miles away
Best Western Gold Country Inn, Grass Valley , 11 miles away
Piety Hill Cottages, Nevada City , 11 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Yuba River:
Lake Francis Resort, Dobbins, 3 miles away
Burnt Bridge Campground, Yuba County, 4 miles away
Hornswaggle Group Campground, Yuba County, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Yuba River:
South Yuba Trail, Nevada County , 13 miles away, 2.3 hiking miles, 929 feet elevation difference
Humbug Trail, Nevada County , 17 miles away,  4 hiking miles, 1041 feet elevation difference
Halls Ranch Trail, Sierra County , 19 miles away, 6.3 hiking miles, 2105 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Yuba River:
Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mineral - CA , 61 miles away
 Lakes Near Yuba River

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