Klamath River - Iron Gate Dam to Happy Camp

California-US  

Description

This is a long stretch of river between the Iron Gate Dam and Happy Camp.  Most of the run is roadside to CA 96 so you can easily shorten this into days runs.  This is a good beginner section of water for Kayaks and Canoes as most of the run is Class II with 1 Class III rapid.  

Statistics

Class II to III
Current Flow 1160.0 CFS
05-19-2024 22:15
Recommended Flow Minimum: 1000.0
Average: 7000.0
Maximum: 15000.0
Typical Season Begins: January
Ends: December
Recommended Use Kayaking: Yes
Rafting: No
Canoeing: Yes
SUP: No
Packrafting: No
Fishing: Yes
Primary Gauge KLAMATH R BL IRON GATE DAM CA
Length 84.0 Mile(s)
Gradient 13.0 FPM