Class III-IV South Fork Smith River, CA

More than 300 miles of the Smith River drainage are designated Wild and Scenic, making it one of the most complete river systems in the National System. The emerald-green Smith River flows freely and naturally, without a single dam for its entire length. It is the only major system in California to do so.

Winter rains provide the whitewater conditions so avidly sought by kayakers. The Smith River abounds with Class IV and V rapids on all three forks and has many miles of steep creeking waters. Its miles of whitewater require a fairly high degree of technical skills by the boater.

 

For More Information Visit:

Smith Wild and Scenic River - rivers.gov

Smith, South Fork - American Whitewater

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