Washington whitewater - Cedar Creek, Olympic Mountains, Grays Harbor County

Grays Harbor county, Sherman Creek to Cedar Creek Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     4.7 miles
  The starting location is a reasonable drive from Shelton, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The Sherman Creek to Cedar Creek Road stretch of Cedar Creek is 4.7 miles long and has been rated as a class II+ section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Washington and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. The beautiful Olympic Mountains scenery is an added bonus. Whitewater
    rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that rivers here are less forgiving. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations
in advance you're all set. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The Sherman Creek to Cedar Creek Road section is the only paddling section along Cedar Creek. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the summer here at Cedar Creek, high temperatures usually reach the 70's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures dip
 
down into the 50's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 40's, and nighttime lows through the wintertime for Cedar Creek tend to be in the 30's. Cedar Creek is a wet place that gets a good deal of rainfall; the wettest month of the year is typically December, that's the one that rains the most while July is typically the driest month.

Cedar Creek, Sherman Creek to Cedar Creek Road road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 4.7 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.89511
Longitude: -123.15548

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.87714
Longitude: -123.24766

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Current weather conditions at Cedar Creek, Olympic Mountains, Washington
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Local climate location: ELMA 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton
17 miles away
The Super 8 of Shelton is conveniently located just off Hwy. 101 and Wallace Kneeland Blvd. Property features 39 rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Free Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Interior Corridors, Ref...

Ferrymans Inns, Centralia
17 miles away
This property is close to the Lucky Eagle Casino and less than four miles from the Chehalis/Centralia Airport. The Ferryman Inn and Suites a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, conveniently located off of Inte...

Econo Lodge Centralia, Centralia
18 miles away
Main I-5 exit to downtown Centralia business district. Several restaurants within easy walking distance. Pet accommodation: 10.00/night per pet. Pet Limit: 2 pets per room 20 pounds or less. Safe fees...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Shelton, Washington, the metro area neareast to Cedar Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Cedar Creek.
 Whitewater Near Cedar Creek:
Chehalis River, Lewis County , 12 miles away, Class II - 3.2 miles long (Rainbow Falls to Meeskill)
Chehalis River, Lewis County , 15 miles away, Class II - 6 miles long (Pe Ell to Doty)
Chehalis River, Lewis County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 11.8 miles long (West Fork to Pe Ell)
Satsop River - East Fork, Mason County , 19 miles away, Class II - 8.2 miles long (Simpson Hatchery to Cook Creek)
Chehalis River - East Fork, Lewis County , 22 miles away, Class III - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River)
Chehalis River - West Fork, Lewis County , 22 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River)
Skokomish River - South Fork, Mason County , 23 miles away, Class IV-V - 11 miles long (Browns Creek to Vance Creek)
Vance Creek, Mason County , 24 miles away, Class IV - 3.5 miles long (FS 2350 to Vance Creek Bridge)
Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason/Grays Harbor County , 25 miles away, Class II - 17.2 miles long (Access off Kelly Hall Road to Tornow Road)
Baker Creek, Mason County County , 26 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Old Bridge to Middle Satsop)
 Ski Areas Near Cedar Creek:
Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 56 miles away, 100 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 119 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 125 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Alpental, Washington , 125 miles away, 2280 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 126 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Snoqualmie, Washington , 126 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 126 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 129 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 130 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Stephens Pass, Washington , 137 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Cedar Creek:
Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton , 17 miles away
Ferrymans Inns, Centralia , 17 miles away
Econo Lodge Centralia, Centralia , 18 miles away
Travel Inn, Centralia , 18 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Centralia, Wa, Centralia , 18 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Cedar Creek:
North Creek Campground, Grays Harbor County, 0 miles away
Sherman Valley Campground, Thurston County, 3 miles away
Fall Creek Campground, Thurston County, 6 miles away
 National Parks Near Cedar Creek:
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 55 miles away
Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 59 miles away

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