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Access Site CA

Highway 299

Redwood Creek

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

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City: CA
County: Humboldt
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 40.90301200, -123.80865600
Air Temp: --
Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Redwood Creek near Blue Lake CA Same River 0.4 mi away
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Trinity River a Hoopa CA 12.3 mi away
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MAD River Near ARCATA CA 13.2 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
II Put-in Redwood Creek - Highway 299 to Bair Road
6.0 mi
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Current Conditions
-- • 200.00-2000.00 cfs
Redwood Creek near Blue Lake CA
Whitewater Runs on Redwood Creek
2 runs
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
II Put-in at this location Highway 299 to Bair Road
6.0 mi
III Downstream from here (4.7 mi to put-in) Bair Road Bridge to Orick
36.0 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Highway 299 provides access to Redwood Creek in Humboldt County, serving as a whitewater put-in for paddlers looking to run this scenic northern California waterway. Redwood Creek is known for its clear water and redwood-lined banks, offering a classic coastal range paddling experience. As a whitewater-focused put-in, this site is best suited for paddlers with some experience navigating moving water and minor rapids typical of the Redwood Creek system.

The access point is located along Highway 299, making it relatively accessible for those traveling through the area. Paddlers should be aware that water conditions on Redwood Creek can vary significantly with seasonal flow and recent rainfall. Before launching, check current water levels and conditions, as whitewater paddling requires proper skills, equipment, and understanding of the specific section you plan to paddle.