Gauge Conditions

Sacramento River above Bend Bridge near Red Bluff CA Upstream Primary

Runnable: 5,000.0 – 20,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

CDEC Flow Data California

SACRAMENTO RIVER LIS Primary

SACRAMENTO RIVER SPE Primary

SACRAMENTO RIVER AT I STREET BRIDGE IST Primary

Elevation: 27 ft

Data from California Data Exchange Center (CDEC)

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In rapid marks the start of the Sacramento River run from Balls Ferry, offering a relatively straightforward entry point with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential debris and low water conditions that can affect navigation, particularly during late summer months. While not a highly technical rapid, careful approach and situational awareness are recommended when launching into the river.