California whitewater, Cherry Creek - West Fork Tuolumne county, Bourland Meadow to Cherry Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V+     9.5 miles   The wonderful California scenery and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. This stretch of Cherry Creek - West Fork is 9.5 miles long and is a class V+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The starting location is a reasonable     drive from Phoenix Lake-Cedar Ridge, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The beauty of the Central Sierra Nevada is a great plus for this river. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in California are harder than the national   norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Briefly about the general area: You can never get enough of the delightful skiing at Dodge Ridge It's always delightful to take a look at Shingle Spring. If you want a delightful time in the great outdoors just come on up to the Central Sierra Nevada. Don't leave Cherry Creek - West Fork without visiting Stanislaus National Forest; Cherry Creek Canyon is a magnificent site to spend some time. Lots of fun awaits you along this river. Cherry Creek - West Fork, Bourland Meadow to Cherry Lake road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Cherry Creek - West Fork.   Whitewater Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Cherry Creek - West Fork, Tuolumne County, 4 miles away       Class V+ - 9.5 miles long (Bourland Meadow to Cherry Lake) Tuolumne River, Tuolumne County, 9 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 9 miles long (Cherry Creek to Meral's Pool) Clavey River, Tuolumne County, 11 miles away       Class V+ - 8.5 miles long (Upper Bridge to Lower Bridge) Tuolumne River - South Fork, Tuolumne County, 12 miles away       Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Highway 120 to Rainbow Pool Picnic Area) Stanislaus River - South Fork, Tuolumne County, 13 miles away       Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Highway 108 Bridge to Lyons Reservoir) Tuolumne River, Tuolumne County, 14 miles away       Class IV-V - 18 miles long (Lumsden Campground to Wards Ferry Bridge) Clavey River, Tuolumne County, 14 miles away       Class V+ - 20.8 miles long (Lower Bridge to Ward's Ferry) Stanislaus River - Middle Fork, Tuolumne County, 18 miles away       Class IV-V - 13 miles long (Baker Campground to Donnells Lake) Merced River - North Fork, Mariposa County, 19 miles away       Class IV-V(V+) - 17 miles long (Greeley Hill Road to Merced confluence) Stanislaus River - Middle Fork, Tuolumne County, 19 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 14 miles long (Sand Bar Flat Dam to Camp 9 Powerhouse)   Ski Areas Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Dodge Ridge, California , 9 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 10 lifts, 59 runs Badger Pass, California , 26 miles away, 540 foot drop, 5 lifts, 10 runs Bear Valley, California , 27 miles away, 1900 foot drop, 11 lifts, 67 runs Kirkwood, California , 37 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 15 lifts, 65 runs Sierra at Tahoe, California , 43 miles away, 2212 foot drop, 12 lifts, 46 runs Heavenly, California , 49 miles away, 3500 foot drop, 31 lifts, 94 runs June Mountain, California , 58 miles away, 2580 foot drop, 7 lifts, 37 runs Homewood, California , 60 miles away, 1650 foot drop, 8 lifts, 56 runs Granlibakken, California , 63 miles away, 300 foot drop, 2 lifts, 1 runs Alpine Meadows, California , 65 miles away, 1802 foot drop, 14 lifts, 100 runs   Marinas Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Pinecrest Lake Marina, Pinecrest , 10 miles away   Hotels Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Lazy Z Resort, Twain Harte , 25 miles away Tamarack Lodge At Bear Valley, Bear Valley , 28 miles away Best Western Plus Sonora Oaks Hotel & Conference Center, Sonora , 30 miles away Yosemite Bed And Breakfast, Mariposa , 30 miles away Americas Best Value Inn Mariposa Lodge, Mariposa , 31 miles away   Campgrounds Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Cherry Valley Campground, Tuolumne County, 3 miles away Emigrant Wilderness - Camp Lake, Strawberry, 7 miles away Pine Valley Horse Camp, Strawberry, 7 miles away   Trails Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Pilot Ridge Trail, Mariposa , 15 miles away, 2.1 hiking miles, 1023 feet elevation difference   Public Lands Near Cherry Creek - West Fork: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park - CA , 30 miles away Stanislaus National Forest, California , 8 miles away Calaveras Big Trees State Park, California , 28 miles away Echo Canyon State Park, Nevada , 29 miles away   Lakes Near Cherry Creek - West Fork Cherry Lake, Tuolumne , 4 miles away Pinecrest Lake, Tuolumne , 11 miles away Herring Creek Reservoir, Tuolumne , 11 miles away