Carson River, Nevada, US |
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| Usual Difficulty | I-II(III) (for normal flows) |
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| Length | 14 Miles |
| Avg. Gradient | 16 fpm |
| Name | Range | Difficulty | Updated | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARSON RV NR CARSON CITY, NV | ||||
| usgs-10311000 | 500 - 3000 cfs | I-II(III) | 00h46m | 202 cfs (rc= -0.1 ) |
This scenic section of river has multiple access points, several class 2 rapids and one class 3 rapid. Most of the river is bordered by private property, but there are a number of public parks and some sections of BLM land.
Getting There: This section is just to the east of Carson City.
Carson River Aquatic Trail Map
BRT-Insights Carson River Guide
Other areas of the Carson River near Carson City, Dayton and Fort Churchill State Historic Park also offer kayaking and rafting. Be sure to scout a route and exercise caution.