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   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. The scenic beauty of Douglas County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The Southern Cascade Range scenery is wonderful. The NF300 to Cover Camp section of Jackson Creek in Douglas County is 8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV(V) section. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in     this river system, there are a few others too. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. 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. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. Briefly about the general area: Throughout the months of summer, highs regularly are in the 80's at Jackson Creek. Summer nighttime lows drop down to the 40's. Through the winter highs are usually in the 40's while Jackson   Creek overnight low temperatures all through the wintertime are in the 30's. Near Jackson Creek you come across the North and South Trail which is a wonderful hiking trail; a cool spot to stop by is Cow Horn Arch. All year is a great time in the Southern Cascade Range if you like the outdoors. The Acker Divide Trail is a good hiking trail in close proximity to Jackson Creek. The high level of rain makes Jackson Creek a quite wet place; the month with most of the rain is November while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation. 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, 1195 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   Hotels Near Jackson Creek: La Quinta Inn and Suites White City, White City , 33 miles away Courtyard Medford Airport, Medford , 36 miles away Super 8 Central Pt Medford OR, Medford , 36 miles away Candlewood Suites MEDFORD, Medford , 36 miles away Fairfield Inn & Suites 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