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Butte Creek, CA

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Upper Butte Creek (Powerhouse to Centerville)

Class IV-V
6.5 Miles
Avg Gradient 95 fpm
Max Gradient 190 fpm

Chimney Rock


Chimney Rock
Photo of Sean Corbett by Scott Yoder

Gauge Information

Butte Creek
Upper Butte Creek (Powerhouse to Centerville) IV-V
108.00
12/2 8:00
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River Description

Flowing during the spring, Upper Butte is a classic backyard creek for Chico residents, and paddlers passing through should take the chance to kayak this fun creek.

After a two mile downhill hike in, Upper Butte Creek flows through a volcanic canyon and generally has 2-3 portages.

Holbek & Stanley "The Best Whitewater in California"

Other Information Sources:
Darin McQuoid's Jefferson State Creeking

Jonathon Blum's Blog report


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Last Updated: 2007-07-07 19:35:44