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 scenic beauty of Oregon and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Oregon are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great     reasons to come. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. When you're paddling down a Central Cascade Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. There's camping available near Copland Creek. This stretch of Copland Creek is 5.7 miles long and it is classified as a class IV(V) section by American Whitewater. The Second Bridge to North Umpqua section is the only paddling section along Copland Creek. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Copland Creek through the summer are in the 80's, and throughout the night it cools down to the 40's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 40's while   Copland Creek nighttime low temperatures through the wintertime are in the 30's. This river has it all. Rattlesnake Rock is an attention-grabbing place to go to while at Copland Creek. Good hiking is available along the BVD Trail, and Dark Canyon is also a nice place to explore. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy the Central Cascade Range. Don't leave Copland Creek without first going for a hike along the Spring Mountain Way, and Old Man Rock is an interesting thing to spot since you're here. A large amount of rainfall falls at Copland Creek; November is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month is July. 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 Paddler input for Copland Creek, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Copland Creek, Central Cascade Range, Oregon 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   Central Cascade Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Central Cascade Range. Central Cascade Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Central Cascade Range. All Oregon Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Oregon. Books about whitewater paddling on Copland Creek, Oregon List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Copland Creek, Oregon. Find a whitewater outfitter in Oregon Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Medford, Oregon Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Medford, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Copland Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       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, 1195 vertical feet Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 70 miles away, 3365 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 73 miles away, 1035 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, Cottage Grove , 44 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites 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