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Access Site CA

Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park

Sacramento River • Big Chico Creek • Mud Creek • Rock Creek

Source: california_department_of_parks_and_recreation Updated 1 year ago

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City: Chico, CA
County: Butte County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.70506375, -121.93902533
P346+29 Chico, CA, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Sacramento River a Colusa CA Same River 34.1 mi away
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Sacramento River above Bend Bridge near Red Bluff CA Same River 42.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Sacramento River
5 runs (1 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-II Upstream from here (25.7 mi from take-out) 5) Balls Ferry to Tehama
52.0 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park provides easy access to the Sacramento River for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized boats. The Irvine Finch River Access site features a paved boat ramp and a five-acre parking lot, making it a convenient launch point. The Sacramento River in this area is a wide, slow-moving waterway, making it suitable for a variety of non-motorized and small motorized vessels.

Paddlers can enjoy a scenic float through the park's riparian forest, keeping an eye out for the diverse wildlife that inhabits the river corridor. The launch site is located just a few miles west of Chico, providing a gateway to explore the natural beauty of the Sacramento River. Whether you're planning a leisurely paddle or a day of fishing, the Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park offers a peaceful and accessible entry point to this remarkable waterway.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Steve Thompson North Central Valley Wildlife Management Area Located within