Put In

Put In is a whitewater put-in access point on Mill Creek in Tehama County, California. Mill Creek is a medium-sized river with a total length of 14.02 miles and a significant average gradient of 13.9 feet per mile, making it suitable for whitewater paddling. The creek drops 195 feet in elevation over its course, with an average flow of approximately 91 cubic feet per second and a velocity of 1.28 feet per second. This is a headwater stream located relatively close to the source of the creek system.

Paddlers using this put-in should be aware that Mill Creek features a steep gradient and consistent current typical of mountain streams in Northern California. The water conditions suggest moderate to fast-moving water with a noticeable current. Boaters should have appropriate whitewater skills and be prepared for a dynamic paddling environment. The creek's relatively small drainage area of 118 square miles and headwater classification indicate this is a smaller tributary system suitable for kayaks and canoes rather than larger motorized vessels.

The access point is situated at coordinates 40.3267, -121.5130 in Tehama County. Paddlers should research current water levels and conditions before visiting, as mountain creeks can be subject to significant seasonal variations in flow and water temperature.