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Put-in CA

Put In

Kaweah - Park Boundary/ Gateway to Dinley Bridge (CA)

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Gauge Conditions
EF Kaweah River near Three Rivers CA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
CDEC Flow Data California
TERMINUS DAM TRM Primary Dam Release
Elevation: 752 ft
Data from California Data Exchange Center (CDEC)
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In is a transitional rapid marking the entry point to a challenging section of the Kaweah River, characterized by its initial technical navigation through a narrow boulder-strewn channel. Paddlers must carefully thread their route, avoiding potential pin hazards and reading the water's subtle current seams to maintain momentum through the initial drop. Local knowledge is critical here, as the rapid's character can change dramatically with varying water levels, demanding precise boat control and quick decision-making.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
3.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Park Boundary/ Gateway to Dinley Bridge
Kaweah
IV-V 3.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater