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Oregon whitewater, Grande Ronde River
Union
county,
Riverside City Park to Elgin section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I 32 miles
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The Riverside City Park to Elgin stretch of Grande Ronde River is 32 miles long and it is classified as a class I section by American Whitewater. The put-in is not too far from La Grande, as you can see on the road map further down. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. Not too many hotels nearby, |
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you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. There's camping available
| | near Grande Ronde River. The natural beauty of Union County and the water flowing gracefully down Grande Ronde River make the trip here worthwhile. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. A section like this is is of course not run in a single day, so better bring your camping gear along. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you won't | |
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find many other paddling spots.
Briefly about the general area:
There is a great hiking trail in the vicinity of Grande Ronde River called the Hale Spring Trail, and you're sure to encounter some cheerful people
from Imbler here. Spout Springs is a great local ski area; nearby you discover the Evans Trail which is a glorious hiking trail. This river has so much to offer. Grande Ronde River is pretty dry regularly. The month with
most of the snow is January; the driest month is July. High temperatures at Grande Ronde River during the summer months are in the 80's, and all through the night it cools down to the 50's.
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Grande Ronde River, Riverside City Park to Elgin road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
Detailed Map
Stats
Stats for this river stretch
Weather
Local weather forecast
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| These outdoors activities are available near Grande Ronde River. |
| | Whitewater Near Grande Ronde River:
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Grande Ronde River, Union County, 7 miles away
Class I - 32 miles long (Riverside City Park to Elgin) |
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Grande Ronde River, Union County, 7 miles away
Class II-IV - 13 miles long (Elgin to Palmer Junction) |
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Grande Ronde River, Union County, 18 miles away
Class II-IV - 9 miles long (Hilgard Junction State Park to Riverside City Park) |
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Grande Ronde River, Wallowa County, 19 miles away
Class II-III - 46 miles long (Wallowa River to Grande Ronde River) |
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Grande Ronde River, Union County, 26 miles away
Class II - 8 miles long (Red Bridge State Park to Hilgard Junction State Park) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Grande Ronde River:
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Spout Springs, Oregon
, 16 miles away, 600 foot drop, 2 lifts, 14 runs |
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Anthony Lakes, Oregon
, 29 miles away, 900 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs |
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Bluewood, Washington
, 32 miles away, 1125 foot drop, 3 lifts, 23 runs |
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| | Hotels Near Grande Ronde River:
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Best Western Plus Rama Inn & Suites, La Grande
, 9 miles away |
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Super 8 LaGrande, La Grande
, 9 miles away |
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Americas Best Value Sandman Inn, La Grande
, 9 miles away |
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La Grande Travelodge, La Grande
, 9 miles away |
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Rodeway Inn La Grande, La Grande
, 10 miles away |
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| | Trails Near Grande Ronde River:
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Hale Spring Trail, Union
, 8 miles away, 2.4 hiking miles, 1734 feet elevation difference |
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Evans Trail, Union
, 11 miles away, 4.7 hiking miles, 1956 feet elevation difference |
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Summit Mount Emily Trail, Union
, 11 miles away, 6.3 hiking miles, 1892 feet elevation difference |
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Five Points Trail, Union
, 12 miles away, 5.7 hiking miles, 2090 feet elevation difference |
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North Fork Trail, Umatilla
, 18 miles away, 9 hiking miles, 2991 feet elevation difference |
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| | Public Lands Near Grande Ronde River:
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Hilgard Junction State Park, Oregon
, 18 miles away |
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Minam State Recreation Area, Oregon
, 19 miles away |
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Catherine Creek State Park, Oregon
, 22 miles away |
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