The Gravel Pits
Willows, California
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39°32'17.1"N 122°10'9.9"W Maps | Directions |
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Canoe and Hike
This semi-remote section of the Sacramento between Redding and Red Bluff could hardly be described as a creek, but it makes an interesting float that can help you decide whether you like big water or not. Although most of this section is moving water without whitecaps (class I), eddy lines and whirlpools can make things exciting at times. With so much water in the river, boats move quickly downstream. There are a few class II rapids here and there. If you have just one day, the section from Bend to Red Bluff is recommended for its scenery and excitement.
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Willows, California
- Head west on Biggs-Willows Rd/E Wood St toward N Tehama St (108 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Interstate 5 Business/N Tehama St (1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto Co Rd 48Destination will be on the right(1.3 mi)
You can put in as far upstream as Redding diversion dam near the highway 273 bridge in downtown Redding, for about 15 more river miles (at the gravel pits below Redding, the easy run is right of the islands).
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