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Take-out CA

Carmel Valley Take-Out

Carmel - Los Padres Reservoir to Carmel Valley (CA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 250.0 – 750.0 CFS
Photo
Carmel Valley Take-Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Carmel Valley Take-Out marks the end of a remote and challenging river section through Los Padres National Forest, featuring a complex exit point that requires careful navigation and potentially challenging shuttle logistics. While specific rapid details are limited, paddlers should be prepared for potential obstacles such as submerged rocks, variable water levels, and potential access restrictions near the reservoir boundary.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
11.2 mi
Directions
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Los Padres Reservoir to Carmel Valley
Carmel
II-III 11.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater