Class V South Fork Trinity River, CA

Big Slide to Surprise Creek (Big Slide Campground to Surprise Creek)

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 North and South Forks of the Trinity and the New River are included in the Wild and Scenic designation.

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+.

Only recommended for experienced expert boaters. 2 strenuous portages are required in this section.

 

For More Information Visit:

Trinity Wild and Scenic River - rivers.gov

Trinity, South Fork - American Whitewater

Section Details

Trip Length One Night, 12.0 Miles
Notes
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