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   This stretch of Deschutes River in Oregon is 53 miles long and is a class III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The put-in is not too far from City of The Dalles, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Oregon tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. There's camping available near Deschutes River. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you won't find     many other paddling rivers. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so it looks like you will be camping out. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Briefly about the general area: Mutton Mountain Spring is a lovely location to explore while you're at Deschutes River, and since you're here, you might as well pop by Lousey Hollow. Not much rainfall falls here at Deschutes River; most of the rain falls through December; the driest month is July. Summertime highs at Deschutes River typically   tend to be in the 80's. Through the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 40's. All through the winter highs are in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Deschutes River. 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 Paddler input for Deschutes River, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Deschutes River, Oregon Local climate location: DUFUR 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Budget Inn Madras, Madras 18 miles away Located right off of Hwy 97 and 26 in Madras, OR in the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness area just 10 miles from Cove Palisades State Park, Lake Billy Chinook, and Round Butte Dam; 2 miles from Bright Wood Co... Best Western Rama 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... Comfort Inn The Dalles, 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: ...   All Oregon Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Oregon. Books about whitewater paddling on Deschutes River, Oregon List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Deschutes River, 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 City of The Dalles, Oregon Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of City of The Dalles, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Deschutes River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       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 Snoqualmie, Washington , 119 miles away, 1100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Deschutes River: Budget Inn Madras, Madras , 18 miles away Best Western Rama Inn, Madras , 18 miles away Comfort Inn The Dalles, The Dalles , 29 miles away The Dalles Inn, The Dalles , 29 miles away The Dalles Super 8 Motel, The Dalles , 29 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