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Take-out CA

Take Out

Kern - 6) Below Democrat to Kern #1 Powerhouse · CA

American Whitewater 35.4610, -118.7747

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Gauge Conditions

Kern River near Democrat Springs(river Only) CA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Take Out is a transition rapid marking the end of this challenging Kern River section, where paddlers must carefully navigate through the powerhouse area's potential hydraulic complexities. While specific technical details are limited, boaters should be alert to potential infrastructure-related hazards and ensure precise boat placement when approaching the takeout zone.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
12.0 mi
Directions
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6) Below Democrat to Kern #1 Powerhouse
Kern
IV-V+ 8.9 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater