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Access Site CA

Steven Memorial Bridge

Goose Creek Hurdygurdy Creek Jones Creek South Fork Smith River

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: CA
County: Del Norte
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 41.69215400, -123.92890900
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Run
II-IV+ Put-in Smith, South Fork - Stevens Bridge to Craigs Beach River Access
12.0 mi • 31 ft/mi
View Run
Current Conditions
-- • 1000.00-6000.00 cfs
Smith River near Crescent City CA
About This Access Site
Steven Memorial Bridge is a whitewater put-in access point on the South Fork of the Smith River in Del Norte County, California. This location serves as an entry point for paddlers looking to navigate the whitewater sections of this scenic northern California river. The South Fork Smith is known for its Class II-III rapids and pristine old-growth redwood forest surroundings, making it a popular destination for kayakers and canoeists seeking a quality whitewater experience.

The access at Steven Memorial Bridge provides a convenient put-in location for boaters looking to run sections of the South Fork. Given the whitewater classification of this put-in, paddlers should have appropriate skill levels for moving water and be prepared with proper safety equipment. The surrounding area offers beautiful scenery typical of the Smith River system, with remote forest settings and clear water conditions.