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Access Site CA

Walters Camp

Colorado River

Source: california_department_of_parks_and_recreation Updated 1 year ago

City: CA
County: Imperial
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 33.24431300, -114.68958200
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Runs on Colorado River
20 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Walters Camp is a popular boat access point along the Colorado River, located between the towns of Blythe, California and Yuma, Arizona. This site features a well-maintained boat ramp, making it a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and powerboaters looking to explore the river.

The Colorado River in this area is a wide, slow-moving waterway, with a gradient of less than 1 foot per mile. Its expansive floodplain provides a scenic and tranquil setting for recreation. Walters Camp offers year-round access, with amenities like RV hookups, a general store, and a gas dock for refueling. Nearby, visitors can also enjoy the Indian Pass Wilderness and Cibola National Wildlife Refuge, which offer additional opportunities for outdoor adventure.

Whether you're planning a leisurely float down the Colorado or a day of fishing and exploration, Walters Camp provides a well-equipped access point to enjoy the river. Paddlers and boaters should check local conditions and regulations before launching, and be prepared for the river's generally calm but potentially windy conditions.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Indian Pass Wilderness Located within
Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Located within
Palo Verde Mountains Wilderness Located within
Trigo Mountain Wilderness Located within