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Rapid CA Class II+

7th rapid

San Joaquin - 5. K1 to K2 (Kerckhoff #1 PH to Kerckhoff #2 PH) (CA)

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Gauge Conditions
San Joaquin River near Auberry CA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
CDEC Flow Data California
SAN JOAQUIN RIVER NFW Primary
Elevation: 5,200 ft
Data from California Data Exchange Center (CDEC)
Photo
7th rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The 7th rapid on the San Joaquin offers a straightforward Class II+ descent with a wide, clean entry tongue that provides multiple line options. Paddlers should be alert for potential hydraulic features in the drop and maintain proper boat positioning to navigate the moderate gradient smoothly. While generally manageable for experienced boaters, the rapid demands attentive line selection and standard whitewater skills.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II+
Mile Marker
1.3 mi
Directions
Navigate
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5. K1 to K2 (Kerckhoff #1 PH to Kerckhoff #2 PH)
San Joaquin
IV+ 1.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater