Oregon whitewater - Nehalem River, Coast Ranges, Columbia County Columbia county, Vernonia to Birkenfeld section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I(II)     25.9 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Oregon are often tougher than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. The scenic beauty of Columbia County and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby.     There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Vernonia to Birkenfeld stretch is one of them. The wild scenery of the Coast Ranges is great. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. The Vernonia to Birkenfeld section of Nehalem River in Oregon is 25.9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I(II) section of whitewater. Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Nehalem River, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's; after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at Nehalem   River plunge into the 30's. Nehalem River sees pretty high levels of rain; December is the month that gets the most rain while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Nehalem River, Vernonia to Birkenfeld road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I(II) Length: 25.9 miles Average Gradient: 3 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.85424 Longitude: -123.19124 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.99769 Longitude: -123.32956 Paddler input for Nehalem River, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Nehalem River, Coast Ranges, Oregon Local climate location: CLATSKANIE 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western University Inn, Forest Grove 23 miles away Stay at this Forest Grove hotel 100 percent smoke-free and located in the heart of Oregon's wine country and centrally located in the city of Forest Grove. The Best Western University Inn and Suites... Longview Travelodge, Longview 24 miles away The Travelodge Longview is only 45 minutes to Mt. Saint Helens and 60 miles to Beaches. The hotel is conveniently located and within walking distance to all local restaurants. The Travelodge Longview ... Rodeway Inn Longview, Longview 24 miles away Centrally located off of I-5 and Hwy 432 with close proximity to Kelso, WA. This 34 room hotel is located in downtown Longview and is close to a variety of activities and businesses including casinos,...   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. All Oregon Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Oregon. Books about whitewater paddling on Nehalem River, Oregon List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Nehalem 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 Longview-Kelso, Washington Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Longview-Kelso, Washington, the metro area neareast to Nehalem River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Nehalem River.   Whitewater Near Nehalem River: Rock Creek, Columbia County , 3 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 12.2 miles long (Keasey to mouth) Nehalem River, Columbia County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Upper Nehalem to Vernonia) Elochoman River, Wahkiakum County , 17 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11 miles long (North Fork to Beaver Creek hatchery) Germany Creek, Cowlitz County , 18 miles away, Class III+ - 3.3 miles long (Road 1300 to end of county road) Wilson River - Devil's Lake Fork, Tillamook County , 18 miles away, Class IV - 4.6 miles long (Six miles West of Glenwood to main stem Wilson) Wilson River - South Fork, Tillamook County , 20 miles away, Class II(IV) - 8 miles long (Upper Reaches to Devils Lake Fork) Coal Creek, Cowlitz County , 21 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 4.5 miles long (East Fork to Harmony Dr.) Wilson River - West Fork of North Fork, Tillamook County , 24 miles away, Class III - 1 miles long (1 mile above North Fork confluence to National Forest confluence) Chehalis River - East Fork, Lewis County , 25 miles away, Class III - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River) Wilson River - North Fork, Tillamook County , 25 miles away, Class III - 3.8 miles long (West fork North Fork confluence to Jones Creek Bridge on Wilson)   Ski Areas Near Nehalem River: Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 100 miles away, 100 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 108 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 111 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 114 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 117 miles away, 500 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 121 miles away, 1035 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 133 miles away, 3100 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 134 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Willamette Pass, Oregon , 140 miles away, 1563 vertical feet Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 143 miles away, 3365 vertical feet   Hotels Near Nehalem River: Best Western University Inn, Forest Grove , 23 miles away Longview Travelodge, Longview , 24 miles away Rodeway Inn Longview, Longview , 24 miles away Quality Inn and Suites, Longview , 25 miles away Best Western Aladdin Motor Inn - Kelso, Kelso , 26 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Nehalem River: Cedar Ridge, Vernonia, 5 miles away Big Eddy County Park, Vernonia, 7 miles away Perkins Creek Campground, Clatskanie, 10 miles away   National Parks Near Nehalem River: Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 41 miles away   Golf Courses Near Nehalem River: Vernonia Golf Club, Vernonia , 4 miles away