The Stanislaus River is a 65-mile long waterway that flows from the Sierra Nevada Foothills to the San Joaquin River in the Eastern part of the Central Valley of Northern California.

Where does the Stanislaus River start?

The river begins at the confluence of Silver Creek and Duck Creek near the western edge of the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness in the Sierra Nevada. From there it flows southwest through a canyon to its confluence with the Middle Fork Stanislaus River near Forest Meadows, which forms the Stanislaus River.

Can you float the Stanislaus River?

Stanislaus River

The river meanders through the park and rushes at just the right speed to sip beers and float with friends. Various beaches make great stopping points on the 45-minute float from end to end. When you hit the end, it's a quick walk back to the beginning or to your campground.