Oregon whitewater - Rogue River - North Fork, Southern Cascade Range, Jackson County

Jackson county, Mill Creek Falls to Lost Creek Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV(V+)     3.3 miles
  The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Medford, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The beautiful scenery of Oregon and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. This section of Rogue River - North Fork is 3.3 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV(V+) section. This is a pretty short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll
    find lots of paddling spots. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Oregon tend to be more challenging than the national average, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance
then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. Whitewater paddling here in the Southern Cascade Range is a great experience. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near.

Briefly about the general area:
For the period of the warmest time of the year, highs commonly are in the 80's at Rogue River - North Fork. Through the moonlight hours it's typically in the
 
40's. Through the winter the highs are typically in the 40's while Rogue River - North Fork nighttime low temperatures through the winter are in the 20's. Put some time aside to spend at Mill Creek Falls since you're here at Rogue River - North Fork, and if you fancy a little side visit, try Skookum Gorge.
All year is a fine time in the Southern Cascade Range if you love the outdoors. Barr Creek Falls is a pleasant local attraction. The annual rain here at Rogue River - North Fork is about average; during November this area sees the most rain, and the driest of the months is July.

Rogue River - North Fork, Mill Creek Falls to Lost Creek Lake road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV(V+)
Length: 3.3 miles
Average Gradient: 109 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.7401
Longitude: -122.4958

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.714
Longitude: -122.54351

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RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Medford, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Rogue River - North Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rogue River - North Fork.
 Whitewater Near Rogue River - North Fork:
Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County , 4 miles away, Class III - 6 miles long (River Bridge to North Fork Park)
Rogue River - North Fork, Jackson County , 8 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Natural Bridge to Woodruff Bridge)
Big Butte Creek, Jackson County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.5 miles long (Butte Falls to Netherlands Road)
Jackson Creek, Douglas County , 15 miles away, Class IV(V) - 8 miles long (NF300 to Cover Camp)
Jackson Creek, Douglas County , 20 miles away, Class III-IV - 8 miles long (Cover Camp to FS 31)
Umpqua River - South, Douglas County , 26 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Campbell Falls to Three C Rock)
Copland Creek, Douglas County , 28 miles away, Class IV(V) - 5.7 miles long (Second Bridge to North Umpqua)
 Ski Areas Near Rogue River - North Fork:
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 35 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 56 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
Mount Shasta, California , 75 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 87 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Hoodoo, Oregon , 96 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 141 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 144 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 145 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 150 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Warner Canyon, Oregon , 156 miles away, 730 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Rogue River - North Fork:
Lithia Springs Resort And Gardens, Ashland , 28 miles away
La Quinta Inn Suites White City, White City , 28 miles away
Windmill Inn And Suites Of Ashland, Ashland , 29 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ashland, Or, Ashland , 29 miles away
Ashland Super 8 Motel, Ashland , 29 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rogue River - North Fork:
Prospect Rv Park, Prospect, 2 miles away
Mountain Home Mobile Village, Prospect, 3 miles away
Neal Springs Campground, Douglas County, 11 miles away
 Trails Near Rogue River - North Fork:
Flat Creek Trail, Jackson County , 10 miles away, 2.5 hiking miles, 229 feet elevation difference
Ginkgo Trail, Jackson County , 10 miles away, 4.7 hiking miles, 1087 feet elevation difference
Dead Soldier Trail, Jackson County , 11 miles away, 3.1 hiking miles, 1743 feet elevation difference
Umpqua Rogue Trail, Douglas County , 11 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 1122 feet elevation difference
Union Creek Trail, Jackson County , 12 miles away,  7 hiking miles, 412 feet elevation difference
Mill Creek Trail, Jackson County , 13 miles away,  6 hiking miles, 972 feet elevation difference
Anderson Mountain Trail, Douglas County , 13 miles away,  6.8 hiking miles, 1906 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Rogue River - North Fork:
Crater Lake National Park, Crater Lake - OR , 28 miles away

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