Access Site
CA
Put In
City: CA
County: El Dorado
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 38.77199900, -120.70200300
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
SF American River near Camino CA
0.1 mi away
SF American River near Placerville CA
6.2 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
IV-V
Put-in
American, South Fork - 5. Slab Creek Dam to Rock Creek Powerhouse
6.4 mi • 89 ft/mi
Current Conditions
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SF American River near Camino CA
About This Access Site
This put-in provides access to the South Fork American River in El Dorado County, California, a popular destination for whitewater paddlers. The South Fork is known for its scenic canyon runs and varied whitewater sections that appeal to intermediate and advanced paddlers seeking technical challenges and beautiful Sierra Nevada scenery. Access at this location allows boaters to begin runs on a river that offers diverse water conditions depending on seasonal flows and specific sections chosen.