Oregon whitewater - Yamhill River - South, Coast Ranges, Polk/ Yamhill County
Polk/ Yamhill
county,
Grand Ronde to Sheridan section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 15.3 miles
The Grand Ronde to Sheridan section of Yamhill River - South in Polk/ Yamhill County is 15.3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The scenic beauty of Polk/ Yamhill County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The river winds through the Coast Ranges and you get great scenery. The Grand Ronde to Sheridan stretch is the only paddling stretch along Yamhill River - South. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so why not pack
your camp stove 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. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors
will make you glad you came. The put-in location is a short drive from Corvallis, as you can see on the road map further down. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. The campgrounds here at Yamhill River - South are pretty good. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Oregon is often tougher than elsewhere, so better not forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable.
Briefly about the general area: For the period of the days of summer highs here at Yamhill River - South get
into the 70's while nighttime lows are commonly in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's; winter nights come with lows in the 30's to Yamhill River - South. A great deal of precipitation falls at Yamhill River - South; the wettest month of the year is commonly December, that's the one that rains the most, and July is the month with the least moisture.
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