Oregon whitewater - Grande Ronde River, Blue Mountains, Asotin County

Asotin county, Troy to Boggan's Oasis section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     19.5 miles
  The nature scenery of Oregon and the water flowing gracefully down Grande Ronde River are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This stretch of Grande Ronde River is 19.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. The campgrounds here at Grande Ronde River are pretty good. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other spots. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations
    in advance you're all set. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your camp stove. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more.
Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. Whitewater paddling here in the Blue Mountains is a great experience.

Briefly about the general area:
Near Grande Ronde River you come across the Wenatchee Creek Trail which is a splendid hiking trail, and nearby you find glorious places like Shittim Gulch. So much fun stuff to do in the Blue Mountains, not enough time. Going for a hike on the Indian Tom Trail
 
is always a good adventure, and if you want to visit some out of the ordinary stuff, visit Horseshoe Bend.
It is very waterless here at Grande Ronde River commonly; of all the months in a year January is the one with the most rain; July is when it's the driest. This place is peerless, just explore all the cool things to do close to Grande Ronde River. A short spree to Frazier Spring is always worthwhile, and if you're here at Grande Ronde River, checking out Horseshoe Bend is a must.
Through the summer months at Grande Ronde River temperatures are typically in the 80's. Once the sun is down it dips down to the 50's. All through the winter the highs are ordinarily in the 40's, and winter nights come with lows in the 20's to Grande Ronde River. This river has so much to offer. A spree to Grande Ronde River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Plato Spring, and if you're here you ought to visit Cape Horn.

Grande Ronde River, Troy to Boggan's Oasis road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 19.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.94722
Longitude: -117.44917

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.03916
Longitude: -117.25556

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Current weather conditions at Grande Ronde River, Blue Mountains, Oregon
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Local climate location: POMEROY 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Grande Ronde River.
 Whitewater Near Grande Ronde River:
Grande Ronde River, Asotin County , 16 miles away, Class II-IV - 27 miles long (Boggan's Oasis to Snake River)
Grande Ronde River, Wallowa County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 46 miles long (Wallowa River to Grande Ronde River)
 Ski Areas Near Grande Ronde River:
Bluewood, Washington , 35 miles away, 1125 vertical feet
Spout Springs, Oregon , 50 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Anthony Lakes, Oregon , 78 miles away, 900 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 94 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 95 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Grande Ronde River:
Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, Enterprise , 28 miles away
Best Western Rivertree Inn, Clarkston , 29 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center, Clarkston , 30 miles away
Econo Lodge Lewiston, Lewiston , 31 miles away
Guesthouse Lewiston, Lewiston , 31 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Grande Ronde River:
Wickiup Campground, Garfield County, 9 miles away
Misery Spring Campground, Garfield County, 11 miles away
Spruce Spring Campground, Garfield County, 16 miles away
 Trails Near Grande Ronde River:
Wenatchee Creek Trail, Asotin County , 5 miles away, 8.5 hiking miles, 3641 feet elevation difference
Indian Tom Trail, Asotin County , 5 miles away,  5.4 hiking miles, 2258 feet elevation difference
West Wenatchee Trail, Asotin County , 7 miles away,  6.4 hiking miles, 2178 feet elevation difference
Red Hill Gulch Trail, Asotin County , 8 miles away, 3.3 hiking miles, 1987 feet elevation difference
South Asotin Trail, Asotin County , 9 miles away, 1.1 hiking miles, 1041 feet elevation difference
July Ridge Trail, Garfield County , 12 miles away,  5.4 hiking miles, 2063 feet elevation difference
Low Saddle Trail, Asotin County , 12 miles away,  11.2 hiking miles, 1856 feet elevation difference

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