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.

Yamhill River - South, Grand Ronde to Sheridan road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 15.3 miles
Average Gradient: 10 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.06111
Longitude: -123.60779

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.09833
Longitude: -123.40334

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Current weather conditions at Yamhill River - South, Coast Ranges, Oregon
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Local climate location: CLOVERDALE 3 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Dallas Inn & Suites, Dallas
15 miles away
This Dallas, Oregon hotel is just minutes away from the capital city of Salem and a quick 45 minute drive to the Oregon coast. Centrally located in Dallas, Oregon, the Best Western Dallas Inn & Suite...

Paragon Motel, Mcminnville
17 miles away
The Paragon Motel is one of the Best Motels in Oregon. We have comfortable rooms with just about everything You will need while You're in Oregon. We're located in winery country. Our Motel is only 40...

Best Western The Vineyard Inn Motel, Mcminnville
21 miles away
Stay at this McMinnville, Oregon hotel and enjoy the best of Yamhill County wineries. The Best Western Vineyard Inn Motel is conveniently located in the heart of the Willamette Valley with easy acce...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Yamhill River - South.
 Whitewater Near Yamhill River - South:
Mill Creek, Polk/Yamhill County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 7 miles long (Buell County Park to Yamhill River)
Mill Creek, Polk County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.6 miles long (Upper Bridge to Mill Creek County Park)
Nestucca River, Tillamook County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.9 miles long (Rocky Bend Camp to Blaine)
Trask River - North Fork, Washington County , 18 miles away, Class III - 8 miles long (North Fork of Trask River to Bridge)
Trask River, Tillamook County , 19 miles away, Class III - 6.7 miles long (Fish Hatchery to Upper Peninsula Boat Ramp)
Nestucca River, Tillamook County , 21 miles away, Class II - 13.6 miles long (Blaine to Hebo)
Jordan Creek, Tillamook County , 23 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 6.5 miles long (Headwaters to Wilson River)
Siletz River, Lincoln County , 24 miles away, Class III-IV - 10.8 miles long (Elk Creek to Moonshine Park)
Wilson River, Tillamook County , 24 miles away, Class II-IV - 16.6 miles long (Jones Creek Forest Camp to Boatramp)
Wilson River - South Fork, Tillamook County , 25 miles away, Class II(IV) - 8 miles long (Upper Reaches to Devils Lake Fork)
 Ski Areas Near Yamhill River - South:
Hoodoo, Oregon , 118 miles away, 1035 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 121 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 125 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Willamette Pass, Oregon , 125 miles away, 1563 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 128 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 132 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 137 miles away, 3365 vertical feet
Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 141 miles away, 100 vertical feet
Mt. Ashland, Oregon , 156 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 165 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Yamhill River - South:
Best Western Dallas Inn & Suites, Dallas , 15 miles away
Paragon Motel, Mcminnville , 17 miles away
Best Western The Vineyard Inn Motel, Mcminnville , 21 miles away
Safari Motor Inn, Mcminnville , 22 miles away
Red Lion Inns & Suites Mcminnville, Mcminnville , 24 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Yamhill River - South:
Fan Creek Campground, Tillamook County, 10 miles away
Dovre Campground, Tillamook County, 12 miles away
Mulkey RV Park, Mcminnville, 17 miles away
 National Parks Near Yamhill River - South:
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 58 miles away
 Lakes Near Yamhill River - South

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