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Rapid CA

NF Kings Confluence

Helms Creek - Courtright reservoir to the NF Kings river · CA

American Whitewater 37.0505, -118.9447

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Gauge Conditions

SF San Joaquin River above Hooper Creek near Florence Lake CA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

NF Kings Confluence
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The NF Kings Confluence rapid at the junction of Helms Creek and the North Fork Kings River is a transition zone with potential complex hydraulics due to the merging water flows. Limited public information suggests careful scouting would be critical, as the confluence may present unpredictable currents and potential obstacles not visible from a distance. Local river knowledge and current water conditions would be essential for safely navigating this stretch.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
2.6 mi
Directions
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Courtright reservoir to the NF Kings river
Helms Creek
V 3.3 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater