Oregon whitewater - Umpqua River, Coast Ranges, Douglas County

Douglas county, Confluence of North and South Umpqua to Scottsburg section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     84 miles
  The scenic beauty of Douglas County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The starting location is a short drive from Roseburg, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Oregon are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are less forgiving. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill
    up quick. Whitewater paddling here in the Coast Ranges is a great experience. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling spots. This section of Umpqua River in Douglas County is 84 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II
section by American Whitewater. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Now this is a pretty long section, perfect for a real wilderness adventure.

Briefly about the general area:
Umpqua River is a wet place that gets a good deal of rainfall; the wettest month of the year is commonly December, that's the one that rains the most,
 
and the driest of the months is July. Summertime at Umpqua River arrives with high temperatures in the 80's. For the period of the dark hours of summer temperatures plunge down into the 50's. Through the wintertime the highs are usually in the 40's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Umpqua River temperatures plunge to the 30's.

Umpqua River, Confluence of North and South Umpqua to Scottsburg road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 84 miles
Average Gradient: 4 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.26829
Longitude: -123.44471

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.65359
Longitude: -123.8238

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Current weather conditions at Umpqua River, Coast Ranges, Oregon
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Local climate location: ELKTON 20 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Umpqua Regency Inn, Sutherlin
21 miles away
Conveniently located on Interstate 5 in the town of Sutherlin, just 12 miles north of Roseburg, the Umpqua Regency Inn sits at the gateway to the Oregon Coast and famous Oregon Dunes Recreational Area...

Sleep Inn , Inn & Suites, Roseburg
22 miles away
The Corporate traveler will appreciate that we are easy on and off I-5 Exit 127, walking distance to shopping, medical centers,government offices and several restaurants. Minutes from Wildlife Safari,...

Best Western Garden Villa Inn, Roseburg
22 miles away
This 100% non-smoking Roseburg, Oregon hotel features a complimentary full hot breakfast each morning and provides easy access to a variety of local sights and attractions. Experience the friendly c...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Umpqua River.
 Whitewater Near Umpqua River:
Umpqua River, Douglas County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 2.3 miles long (Sawyers Rapids)
Coos River - South Fork, Coos County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 6.1 miles long (Johnson Beach to below Mile 7 Bridge)
Millicoma River - West Fork, Coos County , 27 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Above Allegany)
Umpqua River - North, Douglas County , 29 miles away, Class II(III) - 34.5 miles long (Idleyld Park to confluence with South Umpqua)
 Ski Areas Near Umpqua River:
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 94 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 111 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
Hoodoo, Oregon , 131 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 138 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Mount Shasta, California , 146 miles away, 1390 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 159 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 163 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 165 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 171 miles away, 500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Umpqua River:
Umpqua Regency Inn, Sutherlin , 21 miles away
Sleep Inn , Inn & Suites, Roseburg , 22 miles away
Best Western Garden Villa Inn, Roseburg , 22 miles away
Roseburg Super 8 Motel, Roseburg , 22 miles away
Comfort Inn Roseburg, Roseburg , 22 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Umpqua River:
Elkton RV Park, Elkton, 10 miles away
Loon Lake Lodge and RV Resort, Reedsport, 15 miles away
Twin Rivers Vacation Park, Roseburg, 16 miles away
 National Parks Near Umpqua River:
Oregon Caves National Monument, Cave Junction - OR , 66 miles away

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