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Santa Paula CreekConfluence of East Fork to St. Thomas Aquinus property |
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Santa Paula CreekConfluence of East Fork to St. Thomas Aquinus property |
| SUMMARY | |
| Location: |
Los Padres National Forest, north of Santa Paula, California |
| Put-in: |
Confluence of East Fork of Santa Paula Creek (1635’). |
| Gradients: |
1) 425 2) 215 |
| Take-out: |
The “last trail crossing” before entering oil field, ranch, and St. Thomas Aquinus property (1148’). |
| NOTES | |
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Forecast of 1.5”-2” of rain didn’t happen, but timing was good so we were able take advantage of what little rain (0.25”) fell. Low but adequate water on most of run, especially the 400 fpm Gorge. Carried three big drops in the Gorge. Each appeared marginally runable, but very serious. Especially in low water. Higher water in Gorge will require some care, but will be excellent on remainder of the run. Excellent character and scenery. Related information: |
