Owner: Southern Pacific Company
City: Gibson
County: Shasta
Ownership: Private
Public Access: yes
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Access Via: Public road
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Fishing Supplement: Click Here
Fifteen miles south of the town of Dunsmuir off of Interstate 5.
Site Description
The access point consists of a large slow flowing pool during the summer. The water flow may be faster during winter months. There is a good-sized parking area. Must cross the train tracks to reach the river. There are no shallow parts for children. The area is private land but the site is a known river access spot and is sponsored by the Cantara Trustee Council and the United States Forest Service.
Topology Hydrology
Part of the Klamath Mountain Geological Province.
Vegetation Wildlife
Canyon live oak. Rainbow trout are the predominant species of fish but there are some brown trout as well.
Access Description
From Interstate 5 take Gibson exit. Take Frontage Road down and under freeway (it parallels freeway). Cross small creek on bridge and park in large dirt area on right. Cross road and look for trails down to river.
