Take Out

This take-out site on Clear Creek in Shasta County provides access to a large river system that drains over 1000 square miles of the northern Sierra Nevada. Clear Creek is a significant tributary with a total length of nearly 94 miles, featuring substantial elevation change of over 3000 feet from source to mouth. The creek maintains an average flow of approximately 188 cubic feet per second with a notable average gradient of 34.1 feet per mile, indicating continuous whitewater characteristics throughout much of the system.

As a take-out location, this site serves paddlers completing whitewater descents on Clear Creek. The creek's stream order of 7 classifies it as a large river with considerable volume and power. Water velocity averages 2.56 feet per second, and the steep gradient suggests technical whitewater conditions requiring solid paddling skills. Boaters should be aware of the significant current and maintain appropriate technique when approaching and utilizing this take-out.

The site's location in Shasta County places it within an area known for whitewater recreation. Paddlers should verify current water conditions and flow rates before visiting, as Clear Creek's character can vary significantly with seasonal snowmelt and dam releases. This take-out is intended for experienced boaters familiar with moving water and the skills necessary to navigate a large river system safely.