Oregon whitewater - Elkhorn Creek, Central Cascade Range, unknown County

to confluence with Little North Santiam section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-V     10 miles
  The natural beauty of unknown County and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. The to confluence with Little North Santiam section of Elkhorn Creek in unknown County is 10 miles long and it is classified as a class III-V section by American Whitewater. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so
    if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance
then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The to confluence with Little North Santiam section is the only paddling section along Elkhorn Creek. The beautiful Central Cascade Range scenery is an added bonus.

Briefly about the general area:
Put some time aside to spend at Silver King Falls since you're here at Elkhorn Creek; Henline Falls is always fun to check out. Through the summertime
 
highs here at Elkhorn Creek reach the 70's. Summer overnight lows dip down to the 40's. During the winter highs are in the 40's with winter lows in the 30's overnight here at Elkhorn Creek.
Just can't get enough of the Central Cascade Range. Elkhorn Creek gets much water; December is when you get the most rain here while July is frequently the driest month.

Elkhorn Creek, to confluence with Little North Santiam road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-V
Length: 10 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.8058
Longitude: -122.2847

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.81829
Longitude: -122.39081

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Current weather conditions at Elkhorn Creek, Central Cascade Range, Oregon
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Local climate location: SCOTTS MILLS 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Sandy Inn, Sandy
29 miles away
This Sandy, Oregon hotel is an interior corridor hotel offering guests easy access to Mt. Hood, the Rose Garden Convention Center and the Oregon Zoo at Washington Park. Enjoy beautiful mountain view...

Rodeway Inn Sublimity, Sublimity
32 miles away
The Rodeway Inn hotel is located 15 miles east of Salem, Oregon. Enjoy the quiet country setting. Relax in our indoor pool and hot tub or workout in our exercise room. We offer cable with HBO and ESPN...

Rivershore Hotel on the Willamette River, Oregon City
33 miles away
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Albany-Lebanon, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Elkhorn Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Elkhorn Creek.
 Whitewater Near Elkhorn Creek:
Santiam River - North, Marion/ Linn County , 3 miles away, Class III-V - 4.7 miles long (Big Cliff Dam to Packsaddle Park)
Santiam River - Little North, Marion County , 5 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Salmon Falls to Elkhorn Park)
Santiam River - North, Marion/ Linn County , 7 miles away, Class II-III+ - 8 miles long (Packsaddle Park to Mill City)
Mollala River - South Fork, Clackamas County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.5 miles long (Copper Creek to Molalla River)
Canal Creek, Linn County , 11 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.2 miles long (1.2 mi above Quartzville Creek)
Santiam River - Little North, Marion County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Elkhorn Valley Campground to North Santiam River)
Quartzville Creek, Linn County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 14 miles long (Above Gregg Creek to Green Peter Reservoir)
Thomas Creek, Linn County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.2 miles long (Below Thomas Creek Falls to Log Bridge)
Mollala River - North Fork, Clackamas County , 15 miles away, Class V - 6 miles long (Dead Horse Canyon Creek Bridge to Mollola River)
Santiam River - Middle, Linn County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 15.5 miles long (Pyramid Creek to Green Peter Reservoir)
 Ski Areas Near Elkhorn Creek:
Hoodoo, Oregon , 38 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 47 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 50 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 53 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 59 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 61 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 63 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 111 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 120 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 136 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Elkhorn Creek:
Best Western Sandy Inn, Sandy , 29 miles away
Rodeway Inn Sublimity, Sublimity , 32 miles away
Rivershore Hotel on the Willamette River, Oregon City , 33 miles away
Oregon Garden Resort, Silverton , 33 miles away
Oxford Suites Gladstone, Gladstone , 33 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Elkhorn Creek:
Cascade Sports Camp, Lyons, 3 miles away
B and B Rentals, Detroit, 10 miles away
Detroit Lake State Park, -blank-, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Elkhorn Creek:
Rocky Top Trail, Marion County , 8 miles away, 2.7 hiking miles, 526 feet elevation difference
Baty Silver King Trail, Clackamas County , 8 miles away, 1 hiking miles, 335 feet elevation difference
Pine Crest Trail, Clackamas County , 10 miles away,  8.6 hiking miles, 783 feet elevation difference
Nohorn Trail, Clackamas County , 10 miles away, 1.9 hiking miles, 472 feet elevation difference
Volcano Trail, Linn County , 10 miles away, 1.4 hiking miles, 1090 feet elevation difference
Beachie Trail, Marion County , 11 miles away,  13.4 hiking miles, 1518 feet elevation difference
Minniece Point Trail, Linn County , 11 miles away, 5 hiking miles, 2044 feet elevation difference
 Golf Courses Near Elkhorn Creek:
Elkhorn Valley Golf Course, Lyons , 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Elkhorn Creek

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