Pit River
The Pit crosses northeastern California from Alturas past Canby, Bieber and Fall River Mills, then descends through Lake Britton and a series of hydro projects into the longest arm of Shasta Lake.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Pit River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 207 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | North and South forks meet near Alturas, Modoc County |
| Mouth | Shasta Lake, joining the Sacramento River |
| State | California |
Pit 3 Dam forms Lake Britton, with Pit 4, 5, 6 and 7 dams downstream.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Pit River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- California: California Department of Fish and Wildlife ↗
Facts from Pit River (Wikipedia) ↗