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Russian RiverCloverdale River Park / McCray Road ramp (water-entry edge) to Asti Summer Bridge / Washington School Road river access (water-entry edge)
An upper Russian River planning reach from Cloverdale River Park to the seasonal Asti crossing.
Access and safety sources last checked September 16, 2026.
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Access and shuttle
An upper Russian River planning reach from Cloverdale River Park to the seasonal Asti crossing.
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Put-in
Cloverdale River Park / McCray Road ramp (water-entry edge)Cloverdale and the Asti access record anchor the endpoints. Confirm the seasonal bridge, private-bank boundaries, shallow bars and legal water-entry carries before launch.
Take-out
Asti Summer Bridge / Washington School Road river access (water-entry edge)River access sites are seasonal and may require a short trail or gravel-beach carry; do not improvise a private-bank landing.
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Access notes and hazards
Access caveats
- Cloverdale and the Asti access record anchor the endpoints. Confirm the seasonal bridge, private-bank boundaries, shallow bars and legal water-entry carries before launch.
- River access sites are seasonal and may require a short trail or gravel-beach carry; do not improvise a private-bank landing.
- Recheck current access, road, parking, gate and water-quality conditions before staging.
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- USGS 11464000 trend and rainfall
- Seasonal dams, shallow bars, strainers and boat traffic
- Water quality, private banks and lower-river tidal influence
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Russian River near Healdsburg, CA. This view may be outside your paddling reach. Images are periodic and do not establish safe conditions.
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NotesWhat to know before you go
These notes cover the access details, route quirks, and source caveats most likely to matter once you get there.
- Route and distance7 miles
Distance between the named access points in the linked manager guide.
- Launch coordinate provenanceMapped launch and landing
Coordinates are tied to named public Russian River facilities and water-quality monitoring points; confirm the wetted-edge carry and current parking on arrival.
- Conditions posturePlanning only
Planning only: public facility and monitoring records support named endpoints, but this pass does not transfer a numeric recreational cutoff to the proxy Healdsburg gauge. Cloverdale River Park to Asti Summer Bridge.
- Access and safety review2026-09-16
Guide and current manager pages checked. Verify notices again before travel; a past review is not a statement of current paddling suitability.
- Campingnearby_basecamp
No overnight river camping is included. Use an established campground or lodging near Cloverdale, Healdsburg, Guerneville or Monte Rio; do not camp at access sites or on private banks.
Verify it yourselfCheck the source links
Use these links to double-check the gauge, route details, and access notes before you head out.
- City of Cloverdale River Park water-access page and map
- California State Parks Russian River boating facilities
- City of Cloverdale River Park water-access page and map
- Sonoma County Del Rio Woods public beach access
- California North Coast Regional Water Board Russian River monitoring coordinates
- California Creeks Russian River flow guide
- USGS 11464000 station
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What water level is best for the Cloverdale River Park / McCray Road ramp (water-entry edge) to Asti Summer Bridge / Washington School Road river access (water-entry edge) route on the Russian River?
This planning route has no live Paddle Today score. Review the linked water-level sources, current access notices and route-specific hazards before travel.
Where does the Cloverdale River Park / McCray Road ramp (water-entry edge) to Asti Summer Bridge / Washington School Road river access (water-entry edge) route on the Russian River start and end?
This route starts at Cloverdale River Park / McCray Road ramp (water-entry edge) and ends at Asti Summer Bridge / Washington School Road river access (water-entry edge), about 7 river miles on the water.
Is the Cloverdale River Park / McCray Road ramp (water-entry edge) to Asti Summer Bridge / Washington School Road river access (water-entry edge) route on the Russian River suitable for beginners?
This is listed as a moderate route. Review the difficulty notes, hazards and current access conditions against your group's skills. No live score assesses this trip.
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