Take-Out

This take-out site on the Owens River in Inyo County provides access to a significant whitewater section of a large river system. The Owens River is a substantial waterway with a total length of 190.21 miles and an average gradient of 19.4 feet per mile, indicating consistent whitewater character throughout much of the drainage. With an average flow of 496 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 2.79 feet per second, paddlers should expect moderate to strong current conditions typical of high-gradient river systems in the Eastern Sierra region.

The take-out location is positioned 192 miles upstream from the river mouth, placing it in an active section of the river. The surrounding elevation profile shows significant relief in this drainage, with water dropping from 2209 meters to 1084 meters across the river system. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for whitewater conditions appropriate to an intermediate to advanced skill level given the river's gradient and flow characteristics.

Access to this site would benefit from current inspection to determine specific amenities, parking availability, and exact launch conditions. Given the remote location in Inyo County, nearby services and camping opportunities may be limited, so paddlers should plan accordingly with supplies and navigation information for the river section being run.