California whitewater, Noyo River Mendocino county, Northspur to Fort Bragg section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     20 miles   The nature scenery of Mendocino County and the cool fresh water have people coming here. This section of Noyo River is 20 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. There aren’t any     hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. The wild scenery of the Coast Ranges is great. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. The put-in is not too far from Ukiah, if you're not familiar with the area there's   a road map further down the page. Briefly about the general area: A day at Laguna Point Beach next to Noyo River is time well spent, and while you're here, you might as well visit Low Gap. That right there is heaps of fun things already but it goes on, the Coast Ranges has it all. MacKerricher State Park is a great site to have a look at, and beaches are wonderful and Ten Mile Beach is no exception. At this river you will always have a good time. Places like Russian Gulch State Park are nice to have a look at; there are plenty of folks from Fort Bragg here. During the warmest time of the year at Noyo River temperatures are generally in the 60's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. Noyo River, Northspur to Fort Bragg 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 Noyo River.   Whitewater Near Noyo River: Noyo River, Mendocino County, 8 miles away       Class II-III - 20 miles long (Northspur to Fort Bragg) Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County, 12 miles away       Class IV-V - 9.5 miles long (Close to Branscomb to Big Bend) Tenmile Creek, Mendocino County, 20 miles away       Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel) Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County, 21 miles away       Class II-III - 21 miles long (Big Bend to Piercy) Rattlesnake Creek, Mendocino County, 22 miles away       Class V - 5 miles long (US 101 to Big Bend) Outlet Creek, Mendocino County, 22 miles away       Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162) Eel River, Mendocino/ Trinity/ Humboldt County, 27 miles away       Class II-IV - 47 miles long (Dos Rios to Alderpoint) Rancheria Creek, Mendocino County, 28 miles away       Class II - 11 miles long (Mountain View Road to Navarro River) Tomki Creek, Mendocino County, 29 miles away       Class III - 9.3 miles long (Hearst Road to Eel River)   Marinas Near Noyo River: Dolphin RV Park & Marina, Fort Bragg , 9 miles away NOYO Harbor District, Fort Bragg , 9 miles away Schooner's Landing Marina, Albion , 11 miles away   Beaches Near Noyo River: Ten Mile Beach, Mendocino , 9 miles away Laguna Point Beach, Mendocino , 9 miles away Pudding Creek Beach, Mendocino , 10 miles away Seaside Creek Beach, Mendocino , 10 miles away Wages Creek Beach, Mendocino , 14 miles away   Hotels Near Noyo River: Headlands Inn, Mendocino , 8 miles away Mendocino Hotel And Garden Sui, Mendocino , 9 miles away Seabird Lodge A Signature Inn, Fort Bragg , 9 miles away Ebb Tide Lodge, Fort Bragg , 9 miles away Glass Beach B B Inn, Fort Bragg , 9 miles away   Campgrounds Near Noyo River: Jackson State Forest - Volcano, Fort Bragg, 0 miles away Jackson State Forest - Camp 6, Fort Bragg, 1 miles away Jackson State Forest - Camp 4, Fort Bragg, 1 miles away   Public Lands Near Noyo River: Russian Gulch State Park, California , 9 miles away MacKerricher State Park, California , 9 miles away Van Damme State Park, California , 10 miles away   Golf Courses Near Noyo River: Little River Inn Golf Course, Little River , 12 miles away Brooktrails Golf Course, Willits , 20 miles away