Oregon whitewater - Deschutes River, Jefferson/ Wasco/ Sherman County

Jefferson/ Wasco/ Sherman county, US 26 to Sherars Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     53 miles
  The US 26 to Sherars Falls stretch of Deschutes River is 53 miles long and has been rated as a class III section by American Whitewater. The average Oregon whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. A section like this is is of course not run in a single day, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. If you're coming from City of The Dalles it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can
    see on the road map further down. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. You might be into
whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. The campgrounds here at Deschutes River are pretty good. The natural beauty of Jefferson/ Wasco/ Sherman County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well.

Briefly about the general area:
Deschutes River is pretty dehydrated mostly; December is the month that gets the most rain, and July is the month
 
with the least moisture.
Mutton Mountain Spring is a tremendous local attraction, and while you're here why not visit Lousey Hollow. At Deschutes River through the days of summer highs are in the 80's, and during the night it cools down to the 40's. For the period of the winter highs are typically in the 40's while Deschutes River nighttime low temperatures through the winter are in the 20's.

Deschutes River, US 26 to Sherars Falls road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 53 miles
Average Gradient: 12 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.76361
Longitude: -121.2314

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.25444
Longitude: -121.04417

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Current weather conditions at Deschutes River, Oregon
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Local climate location: DUFUR 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Madras Inn, Madras
18 miles away
This Madras hotel in Oregon is surrounded by high desert terrain and mountain peaks of the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Area. The Best Western Madras Inn is ideally situated in Central Oregon off Highway...

Celilo Inn, The Dalles
29 miles away
Located on a bluff above The Dalles Dam, Celilo Inn overlooks the scenic Columbia River Gorge and the historic city of The Dalles, and exhibits breathtaking views of Mt. Hood. Each of the Inn*s 46 ne...

Comfort Inn Columbia Gorge, The Dalles
29 miles away
In the heart of Columbia Gorge, short distance to Historical Downtown, shopping, walking tours baske in the sun at Riverfront Park, suites available, heated indoor pool, whirlpool. Pet accommodation: ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Deschutes River.
 Whitewater Near Deschutes River:
White River, Wasco County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 11.3 miles long (Victor Road Bridge to Tygh Valley)
White River, Wasco County , 12 miles away, Class V - 0.25 miles long (Celestial Falls)
White River, Wasco County , 20 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Keeps Mill to Victor Road Bridge)
Deschutes River, Wasco County , 24 miles away, Class III - 44 miles long (Sherar's Falls to Columbia River)
Crooked River, Deschutes / Jefferson County , 27 miles away, Class III+(V) - 9 miles long (Crooked River Ranch to Billy Chinook Reservoir)
Deschutes River, Jefferson County , 30 miles away, Class IV+ - 15 miles long (Lower Bridge to Billy Chinook Reservoir)
 Ski Areas Near Deschutes River:
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 38 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 40 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 43 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 45 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Hoodoo, Oregon , 59 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 62 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 81 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 93 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 97 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Deschutes River:
Best Western Madras Inn, Madras , 18 miles away
Celilo Inn, The Dalles , 29 miles away
Comfort Inn Columbia Gorge, The Dalles , 29 miles away
Super 8 Motel - The Dalles OR, The Dalles , 29 miles away
Cousins Country Inn, The Dalles , 30 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Deschutes River:
Wasco County Fairgrounds, Tygh Valley, 12 miles away
Deschutes River Resort, Madras, 15 miles away
Pine Hollow Lakeside Resort, Tygh Valley, 16 miles away

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