Access Site
CA
Grimes Landing
City: Meridian, CA
County: Colusa County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.07005, -121.87856
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Sacramento River
5 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Grimes Landing is a boat ramp access site located along the Sacramento River in Meridian, Colusa County, California. This section of the Sacramento River is a major waterway, classified as a 10th order stream with a total length of 419 miles and an average flow of over 38,800 cubic feet per second.
The boat ramp provides direct access to the river, which is popular with kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The ramp itself is 32 feet wide and 152 feet long, with a large parking area that can accommodate vehicle and trailer parking. Nearby recreation areas include the Sutter National Wildlife Refuge and Colusa National Wildlife Refuge, which offer additional opportunities for wildlife viewing and outdoor activities along the river.
Boaters should be aware of the Sacramento River's characteristics, including its substantial size, flow rate, and gradient, which can present challenges for less experienced paddlers. As always, it's important to check local conditions, wear appropriate safety gear, and follow all applicable boating regulations when using this access site.
The boat ramp provides direct access to the river, which is popular with kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The ramp itself is 32 feet wide and 152 feet long, with a large parking area that can accommodate vehicle and trailer parking. Nearby recreation areas include the Sutter National Wildlife Refuge and Colusa National Wildlife Refuge, which offer additional opportunities for wildlife viewing and outdoor activities along the river.
Boaters should be aware of the Sacramento River's characteristics, including its substantial size, flow rate, and gradient, which can present challenges for less experienced paddlers. As always, it's important to check local conditions, wear appropriate safety gear, and follow all applicable boating regulations when using this access site.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Sutter National Wildlife Refuge
Located within
Colusa National Wildlife Refuge
Located within
Butte Sink Wildlife Management Area
Located within