| Put In: |
Castle Crags |
| Take Out: |
Sims Flat |
| Difficulty: |
Class III
@ 500 - 1,500 cfs , Class IV
> 1,500 cfs
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| Gradient: |
50 fpm |
| Run Length: |
9 miles |
| Good Level: |
500 - 1,500 cfs. Optimum 1,000 cfs |
| Season Comments: |
March, April, May
|
| Primary Season: |
This section of river only runs during the spring |
| Permit: |
None presently required |
| Character/Similar To: |
Class IV pool drop rapids with great scenery |
| Hazards: |
Triple Drop Rapid is considered class V at higher flows. |
| Water Craft: |
kayak,raft |
| Land Ownership: |
Mixed |
| Wilderness: |
No |
| Location: |
In the Pacific Region (CA), 212 miles (3 37 minutes) North of Sacramento |
| Shuttle Logistics: |
Put In: From Lake Shasta take I-5 north and take the Castle Crags exit. The put in is at the bridge in Castle Crags.
Take Out: From the put in continue downriver to Sims Road. Follow Sims Road until you reach the take out at Sims Flat Campground. |
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