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Rapid CA Class IV

Tombstone

Kern, N. Fork - 3) Johnsondale Bridge to Powerhouse #3 (CA)

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Gauge Conditions
Kern River near Democrat Springs(river Only) CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Tombstone
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Tombstone is a challenging Class IV rapid characterized by a boulder-choked left-hand bend with complex hydraulics and potential pin hazards. Paddlers must navigate carefully through tight channels between large rocks, avoiding powerful holes and maintaining precise boat positioning to successfully thread the rapid's technical line. Careful route selection and strong technical skills are critical to safely descending this section of the North Fork Kern.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
17.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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3) Johnsondale Bridge to Powerhouse #3
Kern, N. Fork
III-V 18.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater