Class V South Fork Trinity River, CA

Hyampom Gorge (Oak Flat to Hyampom)

This major tributary of California's Klamath River begins in the rugged Trinity Alps and makes its way through wilderness before meeting up with the mighty Klamath at Weitchpec. The Trinity is noted for its salmon and steelhead fishery resources, as well as its attraction to rafters, kayakers, and canoeists. The North and South Forks of the Trinity and the New River are included in the designation. The Trinity River offers a wide variety of opportunities for fun, family, and fishing.

Roughly 80% of the Trinity River Basin is public land generally open for recreation use. The natural resources of the Trinity River Basin provide for a variety of recreation activities, including fishing, boating, swimming, camping, backpacking, and hunting. The river provides a major source of long, uninterrupted travel for river touring activities, such as canoeing, kayaking, and rafting. There are over 100 river miles available for touring with a range of difficulty from Class I to Class III+.

Can be done as extended trip beginning at Klondike Mine. Section includes Class V+ drops and portages.

 

For More Information Visit:

Trinity River - rivers.gov

Section Details

Trip Length Partial Day, 4.5 Miles
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit No
Manager U.S. Forest Service, Trinity National Forest
Wild & Scenic Yes
Water Trail No
Partner Information https://www.rivers.gov/river/trinity
Description American Whitewater