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 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, Blue Mountains, Oregon Local climate location: POMEROY 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, Enterprise 28 miles away This full-service Enterprise, Oregon hotel is minutes away from local attractions and is an ideal weekend getaway from busy everyday life. Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing getaway to Northwestern Orego... Best Western Rivertree Inn, Clarkston 29 miles away Stay at this Clarkston hotel and experience an exceptional staff and comfortable accommodations near Washington State's key area attractions and business locations. Located at the Gateway to Hell's C... Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center, Clarkston 30 miles away The Quality Inn and Suites features a restaurant on premise with free full hot breakfast each morning for each registered adult. All rooms are newly renovated and come with a microwave, refrigerator, ...   Blue Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Blue Mountains. Blue Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Blue Mountains. All Oregon Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Oregon. Books about whitewater paddling on Grande Ronde River, Oregon List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Grande Ronde River, Oregon. Find a whitewater outfitter in Oregon Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Lewiston, Idaho-Washington Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lewiston, Idaho-Washington, 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, 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