Myrtle Beach (South Fork Smith River)
UnverifiedBeginner (0-30 ft)41.77000, -123.98000
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A sandy beach on the South Fork of the Smith, the clearest river in California, facing a big rock across a deep blue pool that draws a line of jumpers on hot days. Cold, clean, and about 20 feet off the top.
Jumps at this location
Low ledge
10 ft
Beginner (0-30 ft)
Big rock
20 ft
Beginner (0-30 ft)
Warnings
Cold water even in August. Swim across before you climb; check the landing.
Access
South Fork Road off US 199 at Hiouchi, about 4 miles up along the river to the Myrtle Beach pullout (Six Rivers NF, free). Short trail down to the beach.
Best conditions
July through September.
Submitted by SmartLeap Field Research