Take Out

Bear Creek is a medium-sized whitewater stream located in Yolo County, California, spanning 21.52 miles with a total elevation drop of 1,343 feet. This take-out access point serves paddlers completing whitewater sections of the creek. The stream features a significant average gradient of 62.4 feet per mile, indicating persistent whitewater conditions throughout much of its course. With an average flow of 8.39 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.23 feet per second, water conditions can vary seasonally, with higher flows expected during wet season months.

As a headwater stream near its source at elevated terrain between 930 and 1,340 meters, Bear Creek drains an 89 square mile watershed in the foothills region. The take-out location at 38.92279800, -122.32800300 provides access for boaters completing upper sections of the creek. The whitewater nature of this stream with its steep gradient makes it suitable primarily for experienced paddlers comfortable with moving water and technical navigation.

Paddlers should be aware that specific facility details for this take-out are not documented in the available data. Before visiting, contact local management agencies or paddling groups familiar with Bear Creek to confirm current access conditions, parking availability, and any seasonal restrictions that may apply.