Oregon whitewater - Copland Creek, Central Cascade Range, Douglas County

Douglas county, Second Bridge to North Umpqua section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV(V)     5.7 miles
  The wonderful Oregon scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Oregon are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are no other sections to paddle along Copland Creek than the Second Bridge to North Umpqua section. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay
    the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. This stretch of Copland Creek in Douglas County is 5.7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV(V)
section. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of places for that. When you're paddling down a Central Cascade Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too.

Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Copland Creek during the warm days of summer are in the 80's. Through the moonlight hours it's typically in the 40's. Highs during the winter are
 
ordinarily in the 40's, and after the sun is down all through the wintertime temperatures at Copland Creek descend into the 30's. All year is a great time in the Central Cascade Range if you like the outdoors. Going for a hike along the BVD Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood, and if you want to stop by some exciting stuff, stop by Old Man Rock.
Hiking along the Spring Mountain Way is delightful fun; a cool spot to take a look at is Rattlesnake Rock. Copland Creek commonly gets lots of rain; of all the months in a year November is the one with the most rain while July is mostly the driest month. This is such a great river. Copland Creek is close to Dark Canyon which is undeniably worth taking a look at.

Copland Creek, Second Bridge to North Umpqua road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV(V)
Length: 5.7 miles
Average Gradient: 120 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.26639
Longitude: -122.5255

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.29159
Longitude: -122.54381

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Current weather conditions at Copland Creek, Central Cascade Range, Oregon
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Local climate location: IDLEYLD PARK 4 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge
24 miles away
This Oakridge, Oregon hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast each morning and convenient access to a variety of outdoor activities. Discover the Best Western Oakridge Inn, nestled agains...

Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove
44 miles away
Village Green Resort is located off Interstate 5, in Cottage Grove. The resort is six miles from the covered bridges, and approximately 30 miles from Eugene Airport. We are less than a mile from two g...

Comfort Inn Cottage Grove, Cottage Grove
44 miles away



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Copland Creek.
 Whitewater Near Copland Creek:
Steamboat Creek, Douglas County , 9 miles away, Class II+(IV) - 9.5 miles long (City Creek to Steamboat Falls)
Steamboat Creek, Douglas County , 12 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (Steamboat Falls to Canton Creek Campground)
Umpqua River - North, Douglas County , 15 miles away, Class III - 25.5 miles long (Soda Springs to Deadline Falls)
Canyon Creek, Douglas County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 9 miles long (Confluence with Pass Creek to Steamboat Creek)
Jackson Creek, Douglas County , 16 miles away, Class IV(V) - 8 miles long (NF300 to Cover Camp)
Little River, Douglas County , 18 miles away, Class -blank- - 8 miles long (FS Road 165 to White Creek Campground)
Brice Creek, Lane County , 19 miles away, Class IV-V - 4.5 miles long (Parker Falls to Champion Creek)
Champion Creek, Lane County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.1 miles long (Gorge 1 mile above Brice Creek to Brice Creek)
Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County , 21 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Natural Bridge to Woodruff Bridge)
Brice Creek, Lane County , 21 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Champion Creek to Cedar Creek Campground)
 Ski Areas Near Copland Creek:
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 38 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 61 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 70 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Hoodoo, Oregon , 73 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mount Shasta, California , 101 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 115 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 118 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 120 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 125 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Warner Canyon, Oregon , 163 miles away, 730 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Copland Creek:
Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge , 24 miles away
Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove , 44 miles away
Comfort Inn Cottage Grove, Cottage Grove , 44 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Cottage Grove, Or, Cottage Grove , 44 miles away
Super 8 Creswell, Creswell , 46 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Copland Creek:
Weeping Rock Campground, Douglas County, 2 miles away
Big Twin Lakes Campground, Douglas County, 5 miles away
River View RV Park, Idleyld Park, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Copland Creek:
Spring Mountain Way, Douglas County , 3 miles away, 6.4 hiking miles, 4292 feet elevation difference
BVD Trail, Douglas County , 4 miles away,  6.4 hiking miles, 2801 feet elevation difference
Deception Way, Douglas County , 4 miles away,  6 hiking miles, 1482 feet elevation difference
Grassy Ranch Trail, Douglas County , 4 miles away, 3.5 hiking miles, 684 feet elevation difference
Copeland Creek Trail, Douglas County , 4 miles away, 3.1 hiking miles, 3234 feet elevation difference
Twin Lakes Trail, Douglas County , 5 miles away, 11.2 hiking miles, 4061 feet elevation difference
Boulder Creek Trail, Douglas County , 6 miles away,  7.2 hiking miles, 3222 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Copland Creek:
Crater Lake National Park, Crater Lake - OR , 34 miles away

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