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Box Beach, Electra
Box Beach, Electra is a shallow Mokelumne River beach with a granite wall.
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Parking above the beach, a short trail down, and river flow that changes the depth and current.
About Box Beach, Electra
Box Beach, Electra is a shallow Mokelumne River beach with a sandy entry that drops toward a granite wall and a picnic area above the water. The site works more like a river beach and swim stop than a deep dive, so flow, access, and river level matter more than boat traffic or surf. It is the kind of place you use for a quick river splash, a low-water dive, or a summer day by the water rather than a long technical outing.
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Research Estimate At Box Beach, Electra
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentModerate current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Box Beach, Electra?
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Box Beach, Electra Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3.7m - 5.8m
Depth Note
Average depth is about 12 feet, and low river levels can expose a roughly 19-foot drop along the sandy slope to the granite wall.
Best Season
Summer and early fall, when flows are usually friendlier and the beach is easier to use.
Typical Conditions
Shallow sandy entry, a quick drop toward a granite wall, and a working river that changes with flow and season.
Safety & Access At Box Beach, Electra
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityRestricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Watch for changing river level, keep clear of faster water when releases rise, and use the designated access route rather than crossing private land.
Access Restrictions
Use legal access only and stay aware of changing river conditions; the beach and river can shift with flow.
Legal Notes
Stay on the road and trail access routes, respect private-property boundaries, and treat flow advisories seriously.
Local Intel For Box Beach, Electra
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site is best treated as a short river dive or practice spot rather than a long scenic route.
Freediving
Low-flow summer water can suit relaxed breath-hold practice, but the site is still a river with changing current.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work when the river is low and clear enough, but flow and sediment make this more of a swim hole than a clear-water snorkel site.
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Wildlife at Box Beach, Electra
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Recent Logged Visits At Box Beach, Electra
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Box Beach, Electra Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.americanwhitewater.org · Community
Flow, current, and summer-season context for the Electra reach.
www.doplaces.com · Directory
Directory listing for Box Beach/Vaught's Beach recreation access.
www.ebmud.com · Official
Official river recreation and flow-safety context.
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