Wheatfield Fork Gualala River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Wheatfield Fork Gualala River |
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 Location of the mouth in California
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Region | Sonoma County |
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| Main source | 8 mi (10 km) southwest of Cloverdale, California 1,700 ft (520 m) 38°44′53″N 123°8′43″W / 38.74806°N 123.14528°W |
| River mouth | South Fork Gualala River east of Sea Ranch, California 59 ft (18 m) 38°42′5″N 123°24′57″W / 38.70139°N 123.41583°W |
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The Wheatfield Fork Gualala River is a stream located in the mountains of western Sonoma County, California. It flows for about 35 miles (56 kilometers). This river eventually joins the South Fork Gualala River. This meeting point is found just east of Sea Ranch, California.
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River's Journey
The Wheatfield Fork Gualala River has many smaller streams that flow into it. These smaller streams are called tributaries. They add water to the main river as it travels.
Main Tributaries
Some of the important streams that join the Wheatfield Fork include:
- Fuller Creek
- Haupt Creek
- Tobacco Creek
- Elk Creek
- House Creek
- Wolf Creek
- Tombs Creek
River Life and Cleanliness
The Wheatfield Fork Gualala River is an important home for fish. As of the year 2000, the main river and all its major tributaries supported steelhead trout. Steelhead trout are a type of fish that live in both fresh water and the ocean. They are known for their strong swimming abilities.
Fun on the River
The Wheatfield Fork is a great place for kayaking, especially after a lot of rain. When there's enough water, people can paddle along its currents.
Kayaking Sections
The river offers different sections for paddlers:
- A 9.3-mile (15-kilometer) wilderness section is rated as Class 1. This means it's very easy.
- Another 8.7-mile (14-kilometer) section is also Class 1. This part is closer to a road.
- There is also a steeper section rated Class 2+. This part is more challenging and exciting.
River Crossings
A large bridge crosses the Wheatfield Fork. This bridge helps people travel over the river.
Annapolis Road Bridge
- The bridge is located on Annapolis Road.
- It is about 1.7 miles (2.7 kilometers) east of State Route 1.
- The bridge is 572 feet (174 meters) long.
- It was built in 1974.
