Oregon whitewater - Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, Central Cascade Range, Lane County Lane county, to Westfir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     13.5 miles   This section of Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork in Lane County is 13.5 miles long and has been rated as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good rivers for that around here. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature have a lot of people coming here. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The average whitewater rafting     or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. When you're paddling down a Central Cascade Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The nature scenery of Lane County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. Briefly about the general area: Just can't get enough of the Central Cascade Range. A good deal of precipitation falls at Willamette River - North Fork   of Middle Fork; November is the month that gets the most rain, and July is the month with the least moisture. The warmest time of the year at Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Summer nighttime lows sink down to the 50's. Highs through the wintertime are typically in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork are in the 30's. Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork you locate the Cain Cabin Trail which is a nice hiking trail, and going for a hike on the Shitepoke Trail is always a great adventure. Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, to Westfir road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 13.5 miles Average Gradient: 65 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.89543 Longitude: -122.3266 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.76958 Longitude: -122.48881 Paddler input for Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, Oregon: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork, Central Cascade Range, Oregon Local climate location: LEABURG 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge 7 miles away This Oakridge, Oregon hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast each morning and convenient access to a variety of outdoor activities. Discover the Best Western Oakridge Inn, nestled agains... Comfort Inn & Suites Creswell, Creswell 42 miles away Welcome to the Comfort Inn and Suites of Creswell. 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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 Albany-Lebanon, Oregon Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Albany-Lebanon, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork.   Whitewater Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Salmon Creek, Lane County , 3 miles away, Class II-V - 12 miles long (Top of Upper Salmon Creek Gorge to Oakridge) Christy Creek, Lane County , 6 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 9 miles long (to Confluence with Willamette) Willamette River - Middle Fork, Lane County , 7 miles away, Class II - 12.5 miles long (Hills Creek Dam to Lookout Point Reservoir) Salt Creek, Lane County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.2 miles long (McCredie Hot Springs to Rigdon Road Bridge) Hills Creek, Lane County , 9 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (6 mi above Reservoir) Quartz Creek, Lane County , 13 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Quartz Creek Road Mile 7.5 Bridge to Mile 2 Bridge) Fall Creek, Lane County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 8 miles long (Portland Creek to Fall Creek Reservoir) McKenzie River - South Fork, Lane County , 17 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.2 miles long (Dutch Oven Camp to Cougar Reservoir) Winberry Creek, Lane County , 18 miles away, Class III+(V) - 4 miles long (South / North Fork Confluence to Forest Service bridge) Brice Creek, Lane County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V - 4.5 miles long (Parker Falls to Champion Creek)   Ski Areas Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Willamette Pass, Oregon , 28 miles away, 1563 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 47 miles away, 1035 vertical feet Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 51 miles away, 3365 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 86 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 89 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 90 miles away, 1195 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 91 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 96 miles away, 500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge , 7 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites Creswell, Creswell , 42 miles away Super 8 Creswell/South Eugene, Creswell , 42 miles away Village Inn, Springfield , 42 miles away Moonstone Village Green Resort, Cottage Grove , 44 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Oakridge RV Park, Oakridge, 6 miles away Oakridge Mobile Home Park, Oakridge, 7 miles away Errin Campground, Lane County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Cain Cabin Trail, Lane County , 3 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 2516 feet elevation difference Shitepoke Trail, Lane County , 4 miles away, 1.6 hiking miles, 2640 feet elevation difference McKinley Creek Trail, Lane County , 4 miles away, 4.3 hiking miles, 1580 feet elevation difference Bunchgrass Trail, Lane County , 5 miles away, 5.5 hiking miles, 2141 feet elevation difference Kitson Ridge Trail, Lane County , 6 miles away, 6.3 hiking miles, 3666 feet elevation difference Alpine Trail, Lane County , 6 miles away, 5.1 hiking miles, 2291 feet elevation difference Dead Mountain Trail, Lane County , 7 miles away, 5.2 hiking miles, 2108 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Crater Lake National Park, Crater Lake - OR , 50 miles away   Golf Courses Near Willamette River - North Fork of Middle Fork: Circle Bar Golf Club, Westfir , 5 miles away