Class IV South Fork Kings River, CA
Kings South Fork (Headwaters to Bubbs Creek)
The Kings River includes the entire Middle and South Forks and six miles of the Kings River. It flows through Kings Canyon National Park and the Sequoia and Sierra National Forests. Beginning in glacial lakes above timberline, the river flows by deep, steep-sided canyons, over falls and cataracts, eventually becoming an outstanding whitewater rafting river in its lower reaches in Sequoia National Forest.
Class IV run through Kings Canyon National Park. Hiking required to get to/from the put in and take out.
For More Information Visit: Kings Wild and Scenic River - rivers.gov River Safety - National Parks Service Kings, S. Fork - American Whitewater
Section Details
| Trip Length | Multiday, 18.0 Miles |
| Notes | River closed past Bubbs Creek. Wilderness permits required for all overnight travel. |
| Fishing | Yes |
| Camping | Yes |
| Permit | No |
| Manager | National Park Service, Kings Canyon National Park |
| Wild & Scenic | Yes |
| Water Trail | No |
| Partner Information |
https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/river-safety.htm
https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/rivers/river/kings |
| Description | American Whitewater |
