Carson River - Silver Saddle Ranch to Santa Maria Ranch


Carson River, Nevada, US

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Silver Saddle Ranch to Santa Maria Ranch

Usual Difficulty I-II(III) (for normal flows)
Length 14 Miles
Avg. Gradient 16 fpm

Gauge Information

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 )


River Description

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.


StreamTeam Status: Not Verified
Last Updated: 2010-06-17 05:09:55


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