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Put In on the Santa Margarita River near Temecula provides access to a whitewater paddling section in Riverside County. This put-in location serves as a starting point for kayakers and canoeists looking to run the Santa Margarita, a river known for offering whitewater opportunities in Southern California. The site is located in the Temecula area, which provides reasonable access from nearby communities. Paddlers should be prepared for whitewater conditions and assess current water levels and flow rates before launching, as river conditions can vary seasonally and with recent rainfall.