Oregon whitewater - Grande Ronde River, Union County
Union
county,
Elgin to Palmer Junction section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-IV 13 miles
The put-in is not too far from La Grande, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Oregon is often more difficult than elsewhere, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. 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. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some
time outdoors are great reasons to come. If you hurry you can run this stretch in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so pack your sleeping bag. The natural beauty of Oregon and the cool fresh water have people coming here. This stretch of Grande Ronde River in Oregon is
13 miles long and is a class II-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you won't find many other paddling spots.
Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year at Grande Ronde River arrives with high temperatures in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 40's. Highs during the wintertime are regularly in the 30's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Grande Ronde River temperatures descend to the 20's.
Grande Ronde River is a good site of common rainfall; November is the wettest month with most rain; July on the other hand is the driest. Andys Rapids is a gorgeous spot to take a look at while you're at Grande Ronde River; you simply ought to explore Boly Bluff since you're here at Grande Ronde River.
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