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California whitewater, Yuba River - North Fork
Yuba
county,
Bullards Bar Dam to Middle Fork Yuba section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS V 2.3 miles
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If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so you'd better keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. This stretch of Yuba River - North Fork in Yuba County is 2.3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Yuba City-Marysville, there's a road map |
further down the page with more info on that. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great
| attractions for lots of people. When you're paddling down a Northern Sierra Nevada river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. 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. This section is quite short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. The natural beauty of California and the beautiful | |
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way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This river system is full of great paddling stretches, the Bullards Bar Dam to Middle
Fork Yuba stretch is just one of them.
Briefly about the general area: There are plenty of people from North San Juan here at Yuba River - North Fork. Pine Island Beach is close to Yuba River - North Fork if you're
in a beach type of mood; Marys Ravine is a good site to spend some time. This river is so good. On a great day at Yuba River - North Fork you can take a hike along the South Yuba Trail, and Empire Mine State Park is a fine location to stretch your legs a bit.
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Yuba River - North Fork, Bullards Bar Dam to Middle Fork Yuba road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Yuba River - North Fork. |
| Whitewater Near Yuba River - North Fork:
Yuba River, Yuba/ Nevada County, 1 miles away Class IV-V - 7.5 miles long (North and Middle Fork confluence to Englebright Reservoir) |
Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County, 11 miles away Class IV - 4 miles long (Edwards Crossing to Purdon Crossing) |
Yuba River, Yuba/ Nevada County, 12 miles away Class I-III - 6 miles long (Englebright Dam to Highway 20) |
Bear River, Nevada / Placer County, 18 miles away Class II-V - 11 miles long (Highway 174 Bridge to Lake Combie) |
Yuba River - North Fork, Sierra County, 19 miles away Class IV - 8.5 miles long (Goodyears Bar Bridge to Highway 49 Bridge) |
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| Ski Areas Near Yuba River - North Fork:
Soda Springs, California
, 52 miles away, 625 foot drop, 5 lifts, 16 runs |
Boreal, California
, 54 miles away, 500 foot drop, 10 lifts, 41 runs |
Sugar Bowl, California
, 56 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 13 lifts, 85 runs |
Donner Ski Ranch, California
, 56 miles away, 750 foot drop, 7 lifts, 52 runs |
Tahoe Donner, California
, 61 miles away, 600 foot drop, 4 lifts, 14 runs |
Squaw Valley, California
, 63 miles away, 2850 foot drop, 33 lifts, 177 runs |
Alpine Meadows, California
, 63 miles away, 1802 foot drop, 14 lifts, 100 runs |
Granlibakken, California
, 69 miles away, 300 foot drop, 2 lifts, 1 runs |
Homewood, California
, 69 miles away, 1650 foot drop, 8 lifts, 56 runs |
Northstar at Tahoe, California
, 70 miles away, 2280 foot drop, 17 lifts, 70 runs |
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| Hotels Near Yuba River - North Fork:
Grass Valley Courtyard Suites, Grass Valley
, 10 miles away |
Gold Miners Inn, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member, Grass Valley
, 10 miles away |
Nevada City Inn, Nevada City
, 10 miles away |
Stagecoach Motel, Grass Valley
, 10 miles away |
Best Western Gold Country Inn, Grass Valley
, 11 miles away |
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| Trails Near Yuba River - North Fork:
South Yuba Trail, Nevada
, 12 miles away, 2.3 hiking miles, 929 feet elevation difference |
Humbug Trail, Nevada
, 15 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 1041 feet elevation difference |
Halls Ranch Trail, Sierra
, 16 miles away, 6.3 hiking miles, 2105 feet elevation difference |
Lafayette Ridge Trail, Sierra
, 18 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 1583 feet elevation difference |
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| Public Lands Near Yuba River - North Fork:
Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mineral - CA
, 60 miles away |
Empire Mine State Park, California
, 11 miles away |
Malakoff Diggins State Park, California
, 16 miles away |
Plumas National Forest, California
, 25 miles away |
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| Golf Courses Near Yuba River - North Fork:
Lake Wildwood Association Golf Course, Penn Valley
, 9 miles away |
Nevada County Country Club, Grass Valley
, 10 miles away |
Quail Valley Golf Course, Grass Valley
, 11 miles away |
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