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Take-out CA

Take Out

Russian River - Pieta Creek to US 101 Bridge (CA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 200.0 – 30,000.0 CFS

Flow range for best boatability uncertain. Please help your fellow boaters with a comment or report.

CDEC Flow Data California
Elevation: 498 ft
RUSSIAN RIVER COY Primary Dam Release
Elevation: 720 ft
RUSSIAN RIVER RRU Primary
Elevation: 599 ft
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid marks the end of this river run, characterized by a wide, shallow approach with scattered rocks that can create unpredictable water flow. Paddlers should be prepared for potential shallow-water obstacles and maintain awareness of the surrounding terrain, particularly as the rapid transitions toward the US 101 Bridge takeout point. Navigation requires careful boat positioning and precise maneuvering to avoid potential pin or broach situations in the low-water conditions.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
8.4 mi
Directions
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Pieta Creek to US 101 Bridge
Russian River
II+(III) 5.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater