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Take-out CA

Carmel Valley Take-Out

Carmel - Los Padres Reservoir to Carmel Valley · CA

American Whitewater 36.4744, -121.7284

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Gauge Conditions

Carmel River a Robles Del Rio CA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 250.0 – 750.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Carmel Valley Take-Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Carmel Valley Take-Out marks the end of a remote and challenging river section through Los Padres National Forest, featuring a complex exit point that requires careful navigation and potentially challenging shuttle logistics. While specific rapid details are limited, paddlers should be prepared for potential obstacles such as submerged rocks, variable water levels, and potential access restrictions near the reservoir boundary.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
11.2 mi
Directions
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Los Padres Reservoir to Carmel Valley
Carmel
II-III 11.0 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater