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Access Site CA

Wilderness bridge put-in

Clear Creek

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: CA
County: Siskiyou
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 41.73568100, -123.54565500
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Run
IV-V Put-in Clear Creek - Wilderness Bridge to Slippery View River Access
3.0 mi • 100 ft/mi
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Current Conditions
-- • 450.00-800.00 cfs
Indian Creek near Happy Camp CA
Whitewater Runs on Clear Creek
4 runs (2 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Wilderness Bridge Put-in provides access to Clear Creek, a significant whitewater river in Siskiyou County with substantial gradient and flow characteristics. Clear Creek is a large river system spanning 93.73 miles with a total elevation drop of 3,193 feet, creating an average gradient of 34.1 feet per mile. The average flow of 187.55 cubic feet per second and velocity of 2.56 feet per second indicate this is a dynamic whitewater environment suitable for experienced paddlers seeking technical river conditions.

The put-in location at Wilderness Bridge offers access to a stream order 7 river, meaning it is a significant waterway with substantial volume and flow. The drainage area of 1,015 square miles contributes consistent water supply to Clear Creek. Given the gradient, flow rate, and velocity profile, paddlers should expect challenging whitewater conditions with technical features. This site is primarily suitable for kayakers and canoeists with intermediate to advanced whitewater skills.

Boaters planning to use this access point should be prepared for fast-moving water and should have appropriate whitewater paddling experience and safety equipment. The site's specific amenities and facilities are not documented in the available data, so visitors should confirm parking, restroom availability, and any access restrictions before heading to the location.