Oregon whitewater - Rock Creek, Coast Ranges, Columbia County

Columbia county, Keasey to mouth section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II(III)     12.2 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The Keasey to mouth section of Rock Creek in Columbia County is 12.2 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II(III) section by American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Oregon and the water flowing gracefully down Rock Creek have people coming here. The Coast Ranges scenery is wonderful. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area
    has a large number of paddling spots. There's camping available near Rock Creek. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night,
but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There are no other stretches to paddle along Rock Creek than the Keasey to mouth stretch. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove.

Briefly about the general area:
All the water falling down from the sky makes Rock Creek a wet place; during the month of December you get the most rain around here, and July on the other hand is the driest.
Summertime highs at Rock Creek ordinarily tend to be in the 70's. Once
 
the sun is down it descends down to the 50's. Through the winter highs are in the 40's, and after the sun is down throughout the winter temperatures at Rock Creek fall into the 30's.

Rock Creek, Keasey to mouth road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II(III)
Length: 12.2 miles
Average Gradient: 13 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.87342
Longitude: -123.32387

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.85897
Longitude: -123.19281

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Current weather conditions at Rock Creek, Coast Ranges, Oregon
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Local climate location: CLATSKANIE 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Americas Best Value Inn And Suites Forest Grove, Forest Grove
20 miles away
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Best Western University Inn & Suites, Forest Grove
21 miles away
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Travelodge Longview, Longview
25 miles away
The Travelodge Longview is under NEW MANAGEMENT and 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 restauran...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Longview-Kelso, Washington, the metro area neareast to Rock Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rock Creek.
 Whitewater Near Rock Creek:
Nehalem River, Columbia County , 2 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Upper Nehalem to Vernonia)
Nehalem River, Columbia County , 3 miles away, Class I(II) - 25.9 miles long (Vernonia to Birkenfeld)
Wilson River - Devil's Lake Fork, Tillamook County , 16 miles away, Class IV - 4.6 miles long (Six miles West of Glenwood to main stem Wilson)
Wilson River - South Fork, Tillamook County , 18 miles away, Class II(IV) - 8 miles long (Upper Reaches to Devils Lake Fork)
Elochoman River, Wahkiakum County , 20 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11 miles long (North Fork to Beaver Creek hatchery)
Germany Creek, Cowlitz County , 21 miles away, Class III+ - 3.3 miles long (Road 1300 to end of county road)
Coal Creek, Cowlitz County , 23 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 4.5 miles long (East Fork to Harmony Dr.)
Wilson River - West Fork of North Fork, Tillamook County , 23 miles away, Class III - 1 miles long (1 mile above North Fork confluence to National Forest confluence)
Wilson River - North Fork, Tillamook County , 24 miles away, Class III - 3.8 miles long (West fork North Fork confluence to Jones Creek Bridge on Wilson)
Jordan Creek, Tillamook County , 25 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 6.5 miles long (Headwaters to Wilson River)
 Hotels Near Rock Creek:
Americas Best Value Inn And Suites Forest Grove, Forest Grove , 20 miles away
Best Western University Inn & Suites, Forest Grove , 21 miles away
Travelodge Longview, Longview , 25 miles away
Rodeway Inn Longview, Longview , 25 miles away
Econo Lodge & Suites, Hillsboro , 26 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rock Creek:
Cedar Ridge, Vernonia, 4 miles away
Big Eddy County Park, Vernonia, 6 miles away
Perkins Creek Campground, Clatskanie, 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Rock Creek:
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 42 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Rock Creek:
Vernonia Golf Club, Vernonia , 2 miles away

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