California whitewater, Outlet Creek Mendocino county, Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     12.2 miles   Lake Emily, Willits, CA Says B The Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162 stretch of Outlet Creek in California is 12.2 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so don't forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The wonderful     California scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. If you're coming from Ukiah it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling places. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. If you hurry you can run this stretch in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. The river winds through the Coast Ranges and you get great scenery. Not too   many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162 section is one of them. Briefly about the general area: Reeves Canyon is a tremendous site to spend some time at, and lots of folks from Willits come here. You'll beyond doubt wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the entertaining things in the Coast Ranges. A visit to Montgomery Woods State Park revitalizes the spirit. Summer brings highs in the 60's to Outlet Creek. Outlet Creek, Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162 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 Outlet Creek.   Whitewater Near Outlet Creek: Outlet Creek, Mendocino County, 3 miles away       Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (Highway 101 bridge to Highway 162) Tomki Creek, Mendocino County, 10 miles away       Class III - 9.3 miles long (Hearst Road to Eel River) Eel River, Mendocino/ Trinity/ Humboldt County, 11 miles away       Class II-IV - 47 miles long (Dos Rios to Alderpoint) Noyo River, Mendocino County, 12 miles away       Class II-III - 20 miles long (Northspur to Fort Bragg) Tenmile Creek, Mendocino County, 17 miles away       Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Gauge on Highway 101 to South Fork Eel) Eel River - South Fork, Mendocino County, 19 miles away       Class IV-V - 9.5 miles long (Close to Branscomb to Big Bend) Russian River, Mendocino County, 19 miles away       Class II - 8.8 miles long (Calpella to Ukiah) Eel River, Mendocino County, 20 miles away       Class II-III - 35 miles long (Van Arsdale Dam to Dos Rios) Russian River - East Fork, Mendocino County, 23 miles away       Class II+(III) - 2.6 miles long (Falls to Lake Mendocino) Rattlesnake Creek, Mendocino County, 24 miles away       Class V - 5 miles long (US 101 to Big Bend)   Hotels Near Outlet Creek: Super 8 Willits, Willits , 6 miles away Lark Motel, Willits , 6 miles away Baechtel Creek Inn, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member, Willits , 7 miles away Best Western Willits Inn, Willits , 7 miles away Coast Inn And Spa, Fort Bragg , 10 miles away   Campgrounds Near Outlet Creek: Creekside Cabins and RV Resort, Willits, 1 miles away Quail Meadows RV Campground, Willits, 7 miles away Golden Rule RV Park, Willits, 11 miles away   Public Lands Near Outlet Creek: Montgomery Woods State Park, California , 15 miles away Hendy Woods State Park, California , 24 miles away Van Damme State Park, California , 28 miles away   Golf Courses Near Outlet Creek: Brooktrails Golf Course, Willits , 4 miles away