Oregon whitewater - Molalla River, Clackamas County

Clackamas county, Table Rock Fork to Glen Avon Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-IV     13 miles
  The nature scenery of Clackamas County and the water flowing gracefully down Molalla River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The Table Rock Fork to Glen Avon Bridge stretch of Molalla River in Oregon is 13 miles long and has been rated as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The put-in is not too far from Portland-Vancouver-Beaverton, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. Whether
    you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The Table Rock Fork to Glen
Avon Bridge section is the only paddling section along Molalla River. 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.

Briefly about the general area:
Molalla River gets a common amount of yearly precipitation; December is the wettest month with most rain while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
For the duration of the warmest time of the year highs here at Molalla River reach the 80's, and all through
 
summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. For the duration of the winter the highs are usually in the 40's with winter lows in the 30's overnight here at Molalla River.

Molalla River, Table Rock Fork to Glen Avon Bridge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV
Length: 13 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.19722
Longitude: -122.57918

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.15444
Longitude: -122.53945

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Current weather conditions at Molalla River, Oregon
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Local climate location: HILLSBORO 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Rivershore Hotel on the Willamette River, Oregon City
10 miles away
Discover this full-service Oregon City, Oregon hotel located right on the Willamette River and just minutes from attractions such as the Willamette River Falls and the End of the Oregon Trail historic...

Oxford Suites Gladstone, Gladstone
10 miles away
Beautiful 98 room suite hotel located on the picturesque Clackamas River in SE Portland. Conveniently located to the airport, downtown, business parks, parking and shopping. Amenities include a full ...

Clackamas Inn & Suites, Clackamas
11 miles away
Uniquely located in the spectacular Clackamas River basin in full view of Mt. Hood. Whether you're visiting Clackamas for business, vacationing in our scenic wonderland, taking in the unbelievable sig...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Portland-Vancouver-Beaverton, Oregon-Washington
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Portland-Vancouver-Beaverton, Oregon-Washington, the metro area neareast to Molalla River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Molalla River.
 Whitewater Near Molalla River:
Mollala River - North Fork, Clackamas County , 9 miles away, Class V - 6 miles long (Dead Horse Canyon Creek Bridge to Mollola River)
Clackamas River, Clackamas County , 10 miles away, Class II - 21.8 miles long (McIver Park to Mouth)
Butte Creek, Clackamas/ Marion County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.5 miles long (Fault Line to Oregon 213)
Abiqua Creek, Marion County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Abiqua Falls to Abiqua Road)
Clear Creek, Clackamas County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 7.8 miles long (Oregon 211 to Redland Road)
Silver Creek, Marion County , 15 miles away, Class V+ - 2 miles long (North Falls to Lower putin)
Silver Creek, Marion County , 15 miles away, Class IV(V) - 8 miles long (Silver Falls State Park to Silver Creek Reservoir)
Mollala River - South Fork, Clackamas County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.5 miles long (Copper Creek to Molalla River)
Santiam River - Little North, Marion County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Elkhorn Valley Campground to North Santiam River)
Santiam River - Little North, Marion County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Salmon Falls to Elkhorn Park)
 Ski Areas Near Molalla River:
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 56 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 59 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Hoodoo, Oregon , 60 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 62 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 67 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 84 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 85 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 108 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 114 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
Snoqualmie, Washington , 134 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Molalla River:
Rivershore Hotel on the Willamette River, Oregon City , 10 miles away
Oxford Suites Gladstone, Gladstone , 10 miles away
Clackamas Inn & Suites, Clackamas , 11 miles away
Comfort Suites Clackamas, Clackamas , 11 miles away
Hampton Inn Portland/Clackamas, Clackamas , 11 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Molalla River:
Milo Mciver State Park, -blank-, 14 miles away
Town and Country Mobile Estates, Portland, 14 miles away
Southgate Mobilhome and RV Park, Portland, 14 miles away
 Trails Near Molalla River:
Pine Crest Trail, Clackamas County , 15 miles away,  8.6 hiking miles, 783 feet elevation difference
 Golf Courses Near Molalla River:
Ranch Hills Golf Club, Mulino , 2 miles away
 Lakes Near Molalla River

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