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Rapid CA

Wishon Reservoir

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

American Whitewater 37.0414, -118.9439

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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

Wishon Reservoir
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Wishon Reservoir is a flat water section connecting Courtright Reservoir to the North Fork Kings River, effectively eliminating any whitewater characteristics. This stretch is primarily a reservoir transit for paddlers, with no significant rapids or technical water features to navigate. Paddlers should expect flat water conditions and plan accordingly for reservoir travel.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
3.3 mi
Directions
Navigate
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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