Class II Trinity River, CA

Big Flat to French Bar

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+.

Numerous Class II rapids, popular stretch with beginner rafters, kayakers, and canoers. Possible take-out or put-in points at Big Bar and White's Bar.

 

For More Information Visit:

Trinity River - rivers.gov

Section Details

Trip Length Partial Day, 8.0 Miles
Notes Recommended levels: 500 to 5000 cfs
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit No
Manager U.S. Forest Service, Trinity National Forest
Wild & Scenic Yes
Water Trail No
Partner Information http://dbw.ca.gov/Pubs/Trinity/Trinity.pdf
https://www.rivers.gov/river/trinity