Washington whitewater - Cispus River, Northern Cascade Range, Lewis County Lewis county, Goat Creek to FR 2160 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     4 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so don't forget that many runs in this state are not easy. The nature scenery of Washington and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This is not the only paddling stretch     in this river system, there are others too. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. This stretch of Cispus River in Lewis County is 4 miles long and is a class V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The river winds through the Northern Cascade Range and you get great scenery. Briefly about the general area: Cispus River frequently gets a large amount of rainfall; of all the months in a year January is the one with the most snow, and July is the month with the least moisture. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy the Northern Cascade Range. Throughout the   warm months at Cispus River temperatures are commonly in the 70's with night lows in the 40's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 30's with temperatures at Cispus River dipping down into the 20's through winter nights. Cispus River is right by the Lily Basin Trail, and hiking along the Pacific Crest Trail - section 24 is pleasant fun. Cispus River, Goat Creek to FR 2160 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 4 miles Average Gradient: 165 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.4595 Longitude: -121.50988 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.43135 Longitude: -121.49972 Paddler input for Cispus River, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Cispus River, Northern Cascade Range, Washington Local climate location: LONGMIRE RAINIER NPS 1 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Hood River Inn, Hood River 35 miles away This Hood River hotel in Oregon offers comfortable accommodations with scenic views of the Columbia River. Located in the hub of the Columbia River Gorge, the Best Western Hood River Inn is the perfe... Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River 35 miles away The Comfort Suites is centrally located for business and leisure travelers. This Hood River hotel is only one mile from the Mount Hood Railroad. Area attractions include Beacon Rock, the Columbia Rive... Cousins Country Inn, The Dalles 45 miles away Cousins Country Inn Features 93 deluxe units with parking in front of units. There is an on site restaurant and saloon. Seasonal heated outdoor pool. Indoor Jacuzzi. Complimentary passes to The Dalles...   Northern Cascade Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Northern Cascade Range. Northern Cascade Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Northern Cascade Range. All Washington Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Washington. Books about whitewater paddling on Cispus River, Washington List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Cispus River, Washington. Find a whitewater outfitter in Washington Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Hood River, Oregon Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Hood River, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Cispus River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Cispus River.   Whitewater Near Cispus River: Cowlitz River - Clear Fork, Lewis County , 11 miles away, Class V+ - 5 miles long (Lava Creek to La Wis Wis Campground) Johnson Creek, Lewis County , 12 miles away, Class V - 7.7 miles long (Glacier Creek to Highway 12) Summit Creek, Lewis County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 5 miles long (Soda Springs to Highway 123) Ohanepecosh River, Lewis County , 13 miles away, Class V - 4.7 miles long (Ohanepecosh Campground to La Wis Wis Campground) Cispus River - North Fork, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.7 miles long (FR 22 Bridge to North Fork Campground) Cowlitz River, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class II - 7.6 miles long (La Wis Wis Campground to Packwood) Cispus River, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class V+ - 5.9 miles long (Adams Fork to FR 23 Bridge) Cowlitz River - Muddy Fork, Lewis County , 15 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (to Cowlitz River) Butter Creek, Lewis County , 17 miles away, Class III - 2.5 miles long (along FR 5270) Chinook Creek, Pierce County , 17 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Deer Creek to Cedar Flats)   Ski Areas Near Cispus River: White Pass, Washington , 12 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 23 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 46 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 48 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 50 miles away, 500 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 54 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 55 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 57 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 61 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Mission Ridge, Washington , 86 miles away, 2200 vertical feet   Hotels Near Cispus River: Best Western Hood River Inn, Hood River , 35 miles away Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River , 35 miles away Cousins Country Inn, The Dalles , 45 miles away The Dalles Super 8 Motel, The Dalles , 45 miles away Skamania Lodge, Stevenson , 46 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Cispus River: Chambers Lake Campground, Lewis County, 2 miles away Spring Creek Campground, Skamania County, 7 miles away Killen Creek Campground, Skamania County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Cispus River: Lily Basin Trail, Lewis County , 3 miles away,  18.6 hiking miles, 2458 feet elevation difference Pacific Crest Trail - section 24, County , 3 miles away, 90.5 hiking miles, 3810 feet elevation difference Jordan Creek Trail, Lewis County , 4 miles away,  9.2 hiking miles, 3156 feet elevation difference Angry Mountain Trail, Lewis County , 5 miles away,  14.4 hiking miles, 3575 feet elevation difference Coyote Trail, Lewis County , 7 miles away,  26 hiking miles, 3992 feet elevation difference Glacier Lake Trail, Lewis County , 8 miles away,  3.2 hiking miles, 974 feet elevation difference Three Peaks Trail, Lewis County , 8 miles away,  7.6 hiking miles, 1240 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Cispus River: Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA , 36 miles away   Lakes Near Cispus River