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Take-out CA

Take Out

Carmel - Carmel Valley to Pacific Ocean (CA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 250.0 – 700.0 CFS
Runnable: 300.0 – 1,000.0 CFS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out marks the final challenging section before the Carmel River meets the Pacific Ocean, characterized by potential shifting sandbars and variable conditions depending on seasonal flows. Paddlers should be prepared for potential shallow water, potential surf-like features, and the need to carefully navigate the river's terminus, with extra caution required during low water periods when submerged obstacles may be more prevalent.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
13.0 mi
Directions
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Carmel Valley to Pacific Ocean
Carmel
I-II 15.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater