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The Bend Bridge Fishing Access on the Sacramento River in Bend, California provides a convenient boat launch and day-use area for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The ADA-compliant site features a concrete boat ramp, picnic tables, and a restroom. Ample parking is available for vehicles and boat trailers.
The Sacramento River is a major waterway, stretching 419 miles from its headwaters to the Pacific Ocean. At this location, the river is classified as a "headwater stream" with an average flow of over 38,000 cubic feet per second and a gradient of 22.4 feet per mile. Boaters should be prepared for the river's powerful current and large size when launching from the Bend Bridge site.
Nearby recreation areas include the Sacramento River Bend Area and the Sacramento River National Wildlife Refuge, offering opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and other outdoor activities. However, no overnight camping is permitted at the Bend Bridge Fishing Access site itself. Paddlers and boaters looking to extend their time on the water may find campsites at nearby facilities like Camp Discovery Group Camp or Sycamore Grove (Red Bluff) Campground.
Nearby Campgrounds(2 within 10 miles)
Camp Discovery Group Camp (Red Bluff Recreation Area)
On-siteReservable
SYCAMORE GROVE (RED BLUFF) CAMPGROUND
On-siteReservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Sacramento River Bend AreaLocated within
Sacramento River National Wildlife RefugeLocated within