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   If you're coming from La Grande it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. This stretch of Grande Ronde River in Union County is 13 miles long and is a class II-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Oregon is often tougher than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are not easy. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons     to come. The natural beauty of Oregon and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. 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. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling places. Briefly about the general area: A short spree to Andys Rapids is always worthwhile, and Boly Bluff is an attention-grabbing spot to pop by while at Grande Ronde River. High temperatures at Grande Ronde River through the warm months are in the 80's; the night is a bit chillier of course, typically in the 40's.   For the period of the winter highs are frequently in the 30's; through the dark hours in the winter at Grande Ronde River temperatures dip to the 20's. From a precipitation point of view Grande Ronde River is a reasonably normal location; the month of November is the wettest with most of the rain, and the driest month of the year is July. Grande Ronde River, Elgin to Palmer Junction road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 13 miles Average Gradient: 21 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.56166 Longitude: -117.91639 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.70833 Longitude: -117.84056 Paddler input for Grande Ronde River, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Grande Ronde River, Oregon Local climate location: WALLA WALLA 20 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, La Grande 20 miles away ***NASCAR/Harley Wednesday April 9 from 12:00-8:00 p.m. Bring your camera, there will be refreshments, pizza, drawings and giveaways.*** Discover this La Grande hotel surrounded by the natural beauty... 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Outdoors Recreation Near La Grande, Oregon Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of La Grande, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Grande Ronde River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Grande Ronde River.   Whitewater Near Grande Ronde River: Grande Ronde River, Union County , 12 miles away, Class I - 32 miles long (Riverside City Park to Elgin) Grande Ronde River, Wallowa County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 46 miles long (Wallowa River to Grande Ronde River) Grande Ronde River, Union County , 23 miles away, Class II-IV - 9 miles long (Hilgard Junction State Park to Riverside City Park)   Ski Areas Near Grande Ronde River: Spout Springs, Oregon , 13 miles away, 810 vertical feet Bluewood, Washington , 22 miles away, 1125 vertical feet Anthony Lakes, Oregon , 41 miles away, 900 vertical feet Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 123 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Mt. Spokane, Washington , 123 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Tamarack, Idaho , 129 miles away, 2800 vertical feet 49 Degrees North, Washington , 131 miles away, 1851 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 150 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Bogus Basin, Idaho , 152 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Schweitzer, Idaho , 158 miles away, 2400 vertical feet   Hotels Near Grande Ronde River: Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, La Grande , 20 miles away Lagrande Super 8 Motel, La Grande , 20 miles away Best Value Sandman Inn-La Grande, La Grande , 20 miles away La Grande Travelodge, La Grande , 21 miles away Walla Walla Super 8 Motel, Walla Walla , 36 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Grande Ronde River: Timothy Spring Campground, Wallowa County, 11 miles away Bone Spring Campground, Wallowa County, 13 miles away Bear Canyon Campground, Wallowa County, 13 miles away   Trails Near Grande Ronde River: Hale Spring Trail, Union County , 16 miles away,  2.4 hiking miles, 1734 feet elevation difference Cougar Ridge Trail, Wallowa County , 17 miles away, 5.2 hiking miles, 3577 feet elevation difference Slick Ear Trail, Columbia County , 17 miles away,  19.4 hiking miles, 2581 feet elevation difference Dexter Ridge Trail, Columbia County , 17 miles away,  23 hiking miles, 3441 feet elevation difference Rock Spring Trail, Union County , 17 miles away,  5.6 hiking miles, 2858 feet elevation difference Sawtooth Trail, Columbia County , 17 miles away, 13.3 hiking miles, 3580 feet elevation difference North Fork Trail, Umatilla County , 18 miles away, 9 hiking miles, 2991 feet elevation difference   Lakes Near Grande Ronde River