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The Butte City boat ramp provides access to the Sacramento River, a major waterway that flows over 400 miles from its headwaters in the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. This section of the river near Butte City is characterized by a moderate flow of around 7 feet per second and an average gradient of 22 feet per mile, making it well-suited for kayaking, canoeing, and motorized boating.
The ramp is located at river mile 169 and offers a simple dirt/gravel launch area for small craft. Nearby, the Irvine Finch River Access provides additional parking and a launch point, as well as opportunities to observe the remaining riparian habitat along the river's edge. Boaters and paddlers can explore this scenic stretch of the Sacramento, taking in the natural landscapes of the Delevan National Wildlife Refuge and Willow Creek-Lurline Wildlife Management Area. However, as with any river, caution is advised due to the considerable size, flow, and gradient of the Sacramento.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Delevan National Wildlife RefugeLocated within
Willow Creek-Lurline Wildlife Management AreaLocated within
Sacramento National Wildlife RefugeLocated within
Steve Thompson North Central Valley Wildlife Management AreaLocated within