Oregon whitewater - Christy Creek, Central Cascade Range, Lane County Lane county, to Confluence with Willamette section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V(V+)     9 miles   The scenic beauty of Lane County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. This stretch of Christy Creek in Lane County is 9 miles long and is a class III-V(V+) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are no other stretches to paddle along Christy Creek than the to Confluence with Willamette stretch. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some     kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The wild scenery of the Central Cascade Range is great. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. Briefly about the general area: Christy Creek is a reasonably wet place ordinarily with lots of rain; November is the month that gets the most rain, and July meanwhile is the driest month. The warmest time of the year brings highs in   the 80's to Christy Creek. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 40's; through the dark hours in the winter at Christy Creek temperatures sink to the 30's. So much amusing stuff to do in the Central Cascade Range, not enough time. If the weather is brilliant here at Christy Creek, you can go for a hike along the Dead Mountain Trail. Going for a hike along the Roosevelt Way will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood, and Salt Springs is a pleasant local attraction. Christy Creek, to Confluence with Willamette road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-V(V+) Length: 9 miles Average Gradient: 300 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.9276 Longitude: -122.2949 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.8806 Longitude: -122.3856 Paddler input for Christy Creek, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Christy Creek, Central Cascade Range, Oregon Local climate location: LEABURG 9 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Christy Creek.   Whitewater Near Christy Creek: Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, Lane County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 13.5 miles long (to Westfir) Salmon Creek, Lane County , 8 miles away, Class II-V - 12 miles long (Top of Upper Salmon Creek Gorge to Oakridge) Quartz Creek, Lane County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Quartz Creek Road Mile 7.5 Bridge to Mile 2 Bridge) Salt Creek, Lane County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.2 miles long (McCredie Hot Springs to Rigdon Road Bridge) McKenzie River - South Fork, Lane County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.2 miles long (Dutch Oven Camp to Cougar Reservoir) Hills Creek, Lane County , 12 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (6 mi above Reservoir) Willamette River - Middle Fork, Lane County , 13 miles away, Class II - 12.5 miles long (Hills Creek Dam to Lookout Point Reservoir) McKenzie River, Lane County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 40.7 miles long (Olallie Campground to Leaburg Dam) Lookout Creek, -blank- County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.5 miles long (2.5 miles above Blue River to Blue River) Blue River, Linn/ Lane County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Quentin Creek to Blue River Reservoir)   Ski Areas Near Christy Creek: Willamette Pass, Oregon , 26 miles away, 1563 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 41 miles away, 1035 vertical feet Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 46 miles away, 3365 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 80 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 83 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 85 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 91 miles away, 500 vertical feet Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 94 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Mount Shasta, California , 129 miles away, 1390 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 151 miles away, 1500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Christy Creek: Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge , 13 miles away Village Inn, Springfield , 46 miles away Super 8 Creswell, Creswell , 47 miles away Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove , 49 miles away Holiday Inn Express Cottage Grove, Or, Cottage Grove , 49 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Christy Creek: Oakridge RV Park, Oakridge, 12 miles away Oakridge Mobile Home Park, Oakridge, 12 miles away Lazy Days Mobile Park, Blue River, 12 miles away   Trails Near Christy Creek: Roosevelt Way, Lane County , 4 miles away,  5.4 hiking miles, 2210 feet elevation difference Dead Mountain Trail, Lane County , 4 miles away, 5.2 hiking miles, 2108 feet elevation difference Fall Creek Trail, Lane County , 5 miles away, 3.1 hiking miles, 1528 feet elevation difference Pernot Trail, Lane County , 6 miles away, 1 hiking miles, 344 feet elevation difference Shitepoke Trail, Lane County , 6 miles away, 1.6 hiking miles, 2640 feet elevation difference Squaw Butte Trail, Lane County , 8 miles away, 3.4 hiking miles, 1436 feet elevation difference Gold Point Trail, Lane County , 8 miles away,  5.8 hiking miles, 2706 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Christy Creek: Crater Lake National Park, Crater Lake - OR , 52 miles away