Oregon whitewater - Santiam River - Little North, Central Cascade Range, Marion County

Marion county, Elkhorn Valley Campground to North Santiam River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     10 miles
  The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The Elkhorn Valley Campground to North Santiam River stretch of Santiam River - Little North in Oregon is 10 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. The starting location is a short drive from Albany-Lebanon, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The nature scenery
    of Oregon and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Whitewater paddling here in
the Central Cascade Range is a great experience. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Elkhorn Valley Campground to North Santiam River section is just one of them. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.

Briefly about the general area:
 
The high level of precipitation makes Santiam River - Little North a relatively wet place; most of the rain falls during December, and July on the other hand is the driest.
During the summertime months at Santiam River - Little North highs are ordinarily in the 70's. Summer night lows fall down to the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 40's with temperatures at Santiam River - Little North dipping down into the 30's all through winter nights.

Santiam River - Little North, Elkhorn Valley Campground to North Santiam River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 10 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.8016
Longitude: -122.44561

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.78599
Longitude: -122.60901

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Current weather conditions at Santiam River - Little North, Central Cascade Range, Oregon
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Local climate location: SILVERTON 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Rodeway Inn & Suites, Sublimity
19 miles away
The Rodeway Inn hotel is located 15 miles east of Salem, Oregon. Enjoy the quiet country setting. Relax in our indoor pool and hot tub or workout in our exercise room. We offer cable with HBO and ESPN...

Oregon Garden Resort, Silverton
21 miles away
Oregon Garden Resort boasts a main lodge, which houses meeting space for corporate meetings, family reunions, wedding receptions and conferences. The restaurant and lounge is also located in the main ...

Canby Country Inn, Canby
26 miles away
Canby Country Inn has affordable and luxurious motel accommodations. We have separate buildings for ease of entry and spacious parking. A credit card is required to reserve the room but no charge will...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Albany-Lebanon, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Albany-Lebanon, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Santiam River - Little North. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Santiam River - Little North.
 Whitewater Near Santiam River - Little North:
Thomas Creek, Linn County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.2 miles long (Below Thomas Creek Falls to Log Bridge)
Santiam River - North, Marion/ Linn County , 7 miles away, Class II-III+ - 8 miles long (Packsaddle Park to Mill City)
Santiam River - Little North, Marion County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Salmon Falls to Elkhorn Park)
Thomas Creek, Linn County , 9 miles away, Class II - 9.6 miles long (Log Bridge to Hannah Bridge)
Silver Creek, Marion County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 2 miles long (North Falls to Lower putin)
Abiqua Creek, Marion County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Abiqua Falls to Abiqua Road)
Mollala River - South Fork, Clackamas County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.5 miles long (Copper Creek to Molalla River)
Elkhorn Creek, -blank- County , 13 miles away, Class III-V - 10 miles long (to confluence with Little North Santiam)
Santiam River - North, Marion/ Linn County , 13 miles away, Class III-V - 4.7 miles long (Big Cliff Dam to Packsaddle Park)
Crabtree Creek, Linn County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 10 miles long (Snow Peak Camp to Larwood Park)
 Ski Areas Near Santiam River - Little North:
Hoodoo, Oregon , 49 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 59 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 62 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 65 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 68 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 70 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 71 miles away, 500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Santiam River - Little North:
Rodeway Inn & Suites, Sublimity , 19 miles away
Oregon Garden Resort, Silverton , 21 miles away
Canby Country Inn, Canby , 26 miles away
Best Western Rivershore Hotel, Oregon City , 29 miles away
Oxford Suites Gladstone, Gladstone , 29 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Santiam River - Little North:
Taylor Park, Lyons, 3 miles away
John Neal Memorial County Park, Lyons, 6 miles away
Camp Dakota, Scotts Mills, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Santiam River - Little North:
Crabtree Lake Trail, Linn County , 8 miles away, 2 hiking miles, 491 feet elevation difference
Snow Peak Mill City Trail, Linn County , 8 miles away, 3.2 hiking miles, 1142 feet elevation difference
Pine Crest Trail, Clackamas County , 13 miles away,  8.6 hiking miles, 783 feet elevation difference
 Lakes Near Santiam River - Little North

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