Idaho whitewater - Camas Creek, Jefferson/ Fremont/ Clark County

Jefferson/ Fremont/ Clark county, Blaine Bridge to Moonstone Landing section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     7 miles
  This section of Camas Creek in Idaho is 7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-III section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The Blaine Bridge to Moonstone Landing stretch is the only paddling stretch along
    Camas Creek. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with not too many other spots for that. The beautiful scenery of Idaho and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything.

Briefly
about the general area:
Around Camas Creek you don’t get a lot of precipitation; January is when you get the most snow here, and August meanwhile is the driest month.
At Camas Creek through the summertime months highs are in the 80's while nighttime lows are typically in the 40's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 20's with temperatures at Camas Creek dipping down into the 0's during winter nights.
 

Camas Creek, Blaine Bridge to Moonstone Landing road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 7 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.33444
Longitude: -114.58861

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.32277
Longitude: -114.41723

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Current weather conditions at Camas Creek, Idaho
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Local climate location: FAIRFIELD RANGER STN 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

AmericInn Hailey, Hailey
16 miles away
The AmericInn Lodge and Suites of Hailey, Idaho is the newest hotel in the area. Our indoor pool and spa, spacious and inviting lobby, free enhanced continental breakfast contribute to making this non...

Airport Inn, Hailey
17 miles away
The Airport Inn, close to the Hailey airport and the Blaine County government offices, is an easy and convenient choice for the business traveler or vacationer. The newly remodeled rooms at the Airpor...

Greyhawk by ResortQuest, Ketchum
19 miles away
The Greyhawk condominiums offer some of the best rates for mid-class Warm Springs units. These condos were built 25-30 years ago and offer access to wading pool, hot tub and a very easy walk to the sk...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Twin Falls, Idaho, the metro area neareast to Camas Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Camas Creek.
 Whitewater Near Camas Creek:
Big Wood River, Blaine/ Praire County , 14 miles away, Class I-III - 25 miles long (Glendale Diversion to Richfield Diversion)
Little Wood River, Gooding/ Lincoln County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 70.4 miles long (Silver Creek to Big Wood River)
Big Wood River, Lincoln County , 19 miles away, Class I-III - 14.1 miles long (Highway 75 to Little Wood River)
 Ski Areas Near Camas Creek:
Sun Valley, Idaho , 19 miles away, 3400 vertical feet
Soldier Mountain, Idaho , 24 miles away, 1425 vertical feet
Magic Mountain, Idaho , 59 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Pomerelle Mountain, Idaho , 80 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Camas Creek:
AmericInn Hailey, Hailey , 16 miles away
Airport Inn, Hailey , 17 miles away
Greyhawk by ResortQuest, Ketchum , 19 miles away
SnowRun by ResortQuest, Ketchum , 19 miles away
Krystal Villa by ResortQuest, Ketchum , 20 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Camas Creek:
Bridge Campground, Blaine County, 10 miles away
Deer Creek Campground, Blaine County, 10 miles away
Wolftone Campground, Blaine County, 11 miles away
 National Parks Near Camas Creek:
Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument, Hagerman - ID , 37 miles away

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