Oregon whitewater - Deschutes River, Deschutes County

Deschutes county, Cline Falls State Park to Lower Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     11.5 miles
  This section of Deschutes River is 11.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III section. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Oregon are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The starting location is a short drive from Bend, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. The scenic beauty of
    Oregon and the water flowing gracefully down Deschutes River attract people from near and far. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming
from far and near. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
During the summertime months highs here at Deschutes River reach the 80's while night lows are ordinarily in the 40's. Through the winter highs are in the 30's, and night lows in the 10's for Deschutes River. A journey to Odin Falls will fill your spirit with magnificent feelings.
Deschutes River is regularly a relatively dried out location; December is when you get the most snow here; July meanwhile is the driest month.
 

Deschutes River, Cline Falls State Park to Lower Bridge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 11.5 miles
Average Gradient: 27 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.2708
Longitude: -121.25866

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.35979
Longitude: -121.2948

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Current weather conditions at Deschutes River, Oregon
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Local climate location: SISTERS 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Eagle Crest Resort, Redmond
3 miles away
Eagle Crest is a full service destination resort just outside of Redmond, Oregon. Eagle Crest is nestled between the majestic cascade mountains to the west and Smith Rock to the east. With three incre...

Super 8 Motel - Redmond, Redmond
7 miles away
Complimentary SuperStart breakfast, indoor heated pool and spa, wireless high speed internet access, satellite TV w/HBO, interior corridors with elevator. Guest laundry facilities, in-room safes. Hand...

Comfort Suites Airport, Redmond
7 miles away
Luxurious newly renovated, 100 percent non-smoking Comfort Suites Redmond conveniently located less than 1 mile from The Deschutes County Fair and Expo Center and less then 2 miles from the Redmond Mu...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Deschutes River.
 Whitewater Near Deschutes River:
Deschutes River, Deschutes County , 6 miles away, Class III - 14.5 miles long (Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park)
Deschutes River, Jefferson County , 6 miles away, Class IV+ - 15 miles long (Lower Bridge to Billy Chinook Reservoir)
Crooked River, Deschutes / Jefferson County , 8 miles away, Class III+(V) - 9 miles long (Crooked River Ranch to Billy Chinook Reservoir)
Crooked River, Crook / Deschutes County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 18 miles long (Lone Pine Bridge to Crooked River Ranch)
Deschutes River, Deschutes County , 11 miles away, Class IV - 5.2 miles long (Bend to Tumalo State Park)
Deschutes River, Deschutes County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 6 miles long (Lava Island Falls to Mount Bachelor Village)
Deschutes River, Deschutes County , 19 miles away, Class III - 2.5 miles long (Dillon Falls to Lava Island Falls)
Deschutes River, Deschutes County , 20 miles away, Class I-V(V+) - 2.5 miles long (Benham Falls to Dillon Falls)
Metolius River, Jefferson County , 22 miles away, Class III-IV - 28.5 miles long (Riverside Forest Campground to Lake Billy Chinook)
Squaw Creek, Deschutes County , 24 miles away, Class IV+ - 6.5 miles long (FS 1514 Bridge to Gaging Station)
 Ski Areas Near Deschutes River:
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 32 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Hoodoo, Oregon , 41 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 57 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 59 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 59 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 59 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 63 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Deschutes River:
Eagle Crest Resort, Redmond , 3 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Redmond, Redmond , 7 miles away
Comfort Suites Airport, Redmond , 7 miles away
Best Western Rama Inn, Redmond , 7 miles away
Sleep Inn & Suites Redmond, Redmond , 7 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Deschutes River:
Running Y Ranch, Redmond, 3 miles away
River Rim RV Park, Terrebonne, 5 miles away
Olallie Lake Resort, Crooked River Ranch, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Deschutes River:
Reservation Trail, Jefferson County , 19 miles away, 2.4 hiking miles, 1940 feet elevation difference
 Lakes Near Deschutes River

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