Oregon whitewater - Jackson Creek, Southern Cascade Range, Douglas County Douglas county, NF300 to Cover Camp section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV(V)     8 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. This section of Jackson Creek in Douglas County is 8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class IV(V) section. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The NF300 to Cover Camp stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river     system. When you're paddling down a Southern Cascade Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. There's camping available near Jackson Creek. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. The natural beauty of Oregon and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream have people coming here. Briefly about the general area: Jackson Creek is a wet place that gets a great deal of rain; of all the months in a year November is the one with the most rain; the driest of the months is July. You'll beyond doubt wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the   cool stuff in the Southern Cascade Range. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Jackson Creek; Acker Divide Trail is a tremendous local trail. The North and South Trail offers hiking at its best, and since you're here at Jackson Creek, checking out Cow Horn Arch is a must. Throughout the summertime at Jackson Creek temperatures are regularly in the 80's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 40's. Daytime highs through the wintertime are in the 40's, and night lows at Jackson Creek throughout the winter regularly sink into the 30's. Jackson Creek, NF300 to Cover Camp road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV(V) Length: 8 miles Average Gradient: 105 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.998 Longitude: -122.558 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.97689 Longitude: -122.687 Paddler input for Jackson Creek, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Jackson Creek, Southern Cascade Range, Oregon Local climate location: IDLEYLD PARK 12 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Jackson Creek.   Whitewater Near Jackson Creek: Jackson Creek, Douglas County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 8 miles long (Cover Camp to FS 31) Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County , 11 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Natural Bridge to Woodruff Bridge) Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County , 13 miles away, Class III - 6 miles long (River Bridge to North Fork Park) Umpqua River - South, Douglas County , 15 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Campbell Falls to Three C Rock) Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County , 15 miles away, Class IV(V+) - 3.3 miles long (Mill Creek Falls to Lost Creek Lake) Copland Creek, Douglas County , 16 miles away, Class IV(V) - 5.7 miles long (Second Bridge to North Umpqua) Little River, Douglas County , 17 miles away, Class -blank- - 8 miles long (FS Road 165 to White Creek Campground) Umpqua River - North, Douglas County , 19 miles away, Class III - 25.5 miles long (Soda Springs to Deadline Falls) Steamboat Creek, Douglas County , 20 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (Steamboat Falls to Canton Creek Campground) Steamboat Creek, Douglas County , 20 miles away, Class II+(IV) - 9.5 miles long (City Creek to Steamboat Falls)   Ski Areas Near Jackson Creek: Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 46 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Willamette Pass, Oregon , 51 miles away, 1563 vertical feet Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 83 miles away, 3365 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 89 miles away, 1035 vertical feet Mount Shasta, California , 89 miles away, 1390 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 131 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 134 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 136 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 141 miles away, 500 vertical feet Warner Canyon, Oregon , 165 miles away, 730 vertical feet   Hotels Near Jackson Creek: La Quinta Inn Suites White City, White City , 33 miles away Courtyard by Marriott Medford Airport, Medford , 36 miles away Super 8 Motel Medford OR, Medford , 36 miles away Candlewood Suites MEDFORD, Medford , 36 miles away Fairfield Inn And Suites By Marriott Medford, Central Point , 36 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Jackson Creek: Neal Springs Campground, Douglas County, 4 miles away Huckleberry Lake Campground, Douglas County, 4 miles away Cliff Lake Campground, Douglas County, 5 miles away   Trails Near Jackson Creek: Acker Divide Trail, Douglas County , 2 miles away, 10.8 hiking miles, 1953 feet elevation difference North and South Trail, Douglas County , 3 miles away, 1.1 hiking miles, 1098 feet elevation difference Umpqua Rogue Trail, Douglas County , 7 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 1122 feet elevation difference Billick Burn Trail, Douglas County , 7 miles away, 2.3 hiking miles, 1263 feet elevation difference Fawn Camp Trail, Douglas County , 9 miles away, 3.3 hiking miles, 859 feet elevation difference Sandstone Trail, Douglas County , 10 miles away, 3.9 hiking miles, 2406 feet elevation difference Jackson Creek Trail, Douglas County , 10 miles away, 2.9 hiking miles, 1219 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Jackson Creek: Crater Lake National Park, Crater Lake - OR , 34 miles away