Oregon whitewater - Grave Creek, Coast Ranges, Josephine County Josephine county, Six Miles to confluence With Rogue River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     6 miles   The nature scenery of Josephine County and the water flowing gracefully down Grave Creek are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Oregon are harder than the national norm, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The wild scenery of the Coast Ranges is great. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling places. This is the only paddling section along     Grave Creek. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Grants Pass, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section of Grave Creek in Oregon is 6 miles long and it is classified as a class III section by American Whitewater. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Briefly about the general area: Summer at Grave Creek arrives with high temperatures in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down   into the 50's. During the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Grave Creek temperatures drop to the 30's. From a rainfall point of view Grave Creek is a rather common spot; the wettest month of the year is typically December, that's the one that rains the most while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Grave Creek; Coffee Pot Trail is a nice local trail. Grave Creek, Six Miles to confluence With Rogue River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III Length: 6 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.6469 Longitude: -123.5028 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.6486 Longitude: -123.58361 Paddler input for Grave Creek, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Grave Creek, Coast Ranges, Oregon Local climate location: RIDDLE 23 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Grants Pass Travelodge, Grants Pass 18 miles away Convenient to I-5 Freeway, Hwy. 199W. Grants Pass is the gateway to Oregon Caves and the famous Redwood Forests of Northern California. Local attractions include river activities such as boating, jet... Comfort Inn Grants Pass, Grants Pass 18 miles away Historic district and summer recreations spots nearby. Several restaurants within walking distance. Free Comfort Sunshine Breakfast with fresh waffles. Free wireless Internet in all rooms.Seasonal out... Grants Pass Super 8 Motel, Grants Pass 18 miles away * Our AAA approved (2 Diamond) property is an economy lodging choice for budget conscious travelers. For on-site recreation, enjoy our indoor pool and spa. Rogue Wilderness Adventures ...   Coast Ranges Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Coast Ranges. Coast Ranges Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Coast Ranges. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Grave Creek.   Whitewater Near Grave Creek: Illinois River, Josephine County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 17 miles long (Highway 199 to Miami Bar) Rogue River, Josephine/Curry County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 34 miles long (Grave Creek to Foster Bar) Umpqua River - South, Douglas County , 23 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Canyonville Park to Lawson Bar) Umpqua River - South, Douglas County , 24 miles away, Class I-II - 9 miles long (Lawson Bar to Myrtle Ck) Illinois River, Josephine / Curry County , 28 miles away, Class IV(V) - 31 miles long (Miami Bar to Oak Flat)   Ski Areas Near Grave Creek: Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 65 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Mount Shasta, California , 115 miles away, 1390 vertical feet Willamette Pass, Oregon , 115 miles away, 1563 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 146 miles away, 1035 vertical feet Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 146 miles away, 3365 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 183 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 186 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 188 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 194 miles away, 500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Grave Creek: Grants Pass Travelodge, Grants Pass , 18 miles away Comfort Inn Grants Pass, Grants Pass , 18 miles away Grants Pass Super 8 Motel, Grants Pass , 18 miles away La Quinta Inn And Suites Grants Pass, Grants Pass , 18 miles away Sunset Inn, Grants Pass , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Grave Creek: Whiskey Creek Campground, Josephine County, 6 miles away Big Slide Campground, Josephine County, 7 miles away Doe Creek Campground, Josephine County, 7 miles away   Trails Near Grave Creek: Coffee Pot Trail, Josephine County , 2 miles away, 2 hiking miles, 1310 feet elevation difference Grayback Trail, Douglas County , 9 miles away,  3.6 hiking miles, 2268 feet elevation difference South Fork Trail, Douglas County , 14 miles away, 4.5 hiking miles, 1703 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Grave Creek: Oregon Caves National Monument, Cave Junction - OR , 26 miles away Redwood National and State Parks, Crescent City - CA , 62 miles away