Interbay to Oxbow (End of the World)
California – US
- Class
- IV to V
- Length
- 10 Mile(s)
- Gradient
- 125 FPM
- Put-in elevation
- 2,620 Feet
- Take-out elevation
- 1,210 Feet
- Typical season
- January to December
Current Flow
Visual or unknown
No gauge reading is available for this run — check it on site.
- Primary gauge
- VISUAL Gauge detail & alternatives
Recommended levels
| Minimum | 300 |
| Average | 550 |
| Maximum | 1,000 |
Recommended use
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Canoeing
- SUP
- Packrafting
- Fishing
Struck-through craft are not recommended for this run.
Flow history — last 6 days
No gauge history recorded in the last 6 days.
Photos
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Description
This is a nice run if you can hit it when the flows are right. The scenery and wilderness feel to this part of the middle fork combined with stout class IV to V rapids should be on most advanced paddlers resumes (beginners need not apply).
This canyon has a high gradient drop but paddlers can still portage and scout when needed (unless the river is running at flood levels, then things get pushy and even more wild).
Kayaks are probably the best craft of choice on this creeky run. Once you put on, there are no other access points until the take out so you are committed. Be responsible and safe with your decision to be on this section of water.
There are currently no real time flow gauges for this part of the middle fork. Your best chance for obtaining flow info is either from locals familiar with this area or by contacting the Placer County Water Agency.
Rapids
No rapids added yet.
Access
| Type | Name | Elevation | Camping | Water | Boat ramp | Vehicle access | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Put-In | End of the World | 2,620 Feet | No | No | No | All Vehicles | Take the Mosquito ridge road east from the Oxbow Dam area and wind through the hills for a while. Take a right down to the Interbay Dam and follow it to the dam and the river. A small lot below the dam has some parking and you will have to do a small carry down to the riverbank with your kayak. Road is paved all the way though. |
| Take-Out | Oxbow Picnic Area | 1,210 Feet | No | No | No | All Vehicles | At the east end of the dam there is a small picnic area where the middle fork feeds into the reservoir. Take out here. |
Camps
No river camps added yet.
Permit
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Fishing
No fish species have been associated with this run yet.
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