Washington whitewater - Cispus River, Northern Cascade Range, Lewis County Lewis county, Adams Fork to FR 23 Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V+     5.9 miles   The Adams Fork to FR 23 Bridge section of Cispus River is 5.9 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V+ section. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Washington are often tougher than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. This river system is full of great paddling stretches, the Adams Fork to FR 23 Bridge stretch is just one     of them. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places. This stretch is mid length, you can easily run it on an afternoon. The scenic beauty of Lewis County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. The river winds through the Northern Cascade Range and you get great scenery. There's camping available near Cispus River. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Briefly about the general area: Throughout the summer months here at Cispus River, high temperatures mostly reach the 70's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures plunge down into the 40's. Through the winter the   highs are typically in the 30's, and throughout the dark hours in the winter at Cispus River temperatures plunge to the 20's. The high level of rain makes Cispus River a quite wet spot; the month with most of the snow is December; July meanwhile is the driest month. Cispus River, Adams Fork to FR 23 Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V+ Length: 5.9 miles Average Gradient: 130 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.33583 Longitude: -121.65917 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.375 Longitude: -121.73556 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 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Columbia Gorge Hotel, Hood River 32 miles away The Columbia Gorge Hotel's palatial Mediterranean-style architecture, manicured gardens, antiques, and rich details date back to the early 20th century, a time of extravagance and luxury. Within the i... 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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: Cispus River - North Fork, Lewis County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.7 miles long (FR 22 Bridge to North Fork Campground) Cispus River, Lewis County , 7 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 9.5 miles long (FR 23 Bridge to FR 28 Bridge) Lewis River - North Fork, -blank- County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Twin Falls to FR 88) McCoy Creek, Lewis County , 8 miles away, Class V - 7.8 miles long (milepost 8 to Yellowjacket Creek) Yellowjacket Creek, Skamania/Lewis County , 10 miles away, Class IV - 5.2 miles long (Veta Creek to Cispus River confluence) Johnson Creek, Lewis County , 10 miles away, Class V - 7.7 miles long (Glacier Creek to Highway 12) Lewis River - North Fork, -blank- County , 10 miles away, Class IV - 3.4 miles long (FR 88 to Quartz Creek) Quartz Creek, Skamania County , 11 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 5 miles long (Snaggletooth Creek to Lewis River) Cispus River, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class V - 4 miles long (Goat Creek to FR 2160) Cowlitz River, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class II - 7.6 miles long (La Wis Wis Campground to Packwood)   Ski Areas Near Cispus River: White Pass, Washington , 25 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 32 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 45 miles away, 500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 49 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 49 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 51 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 54 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 55 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 70 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 94 miles away, 1035 vertical feet   Hotels Near Cispus River: Columbia Gorge Hotel, Hood River , 32 miles away Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River , 33 miles away Sunset Motel Hood River, Hood River , 33 miles away Best Western Hood River Inn, Hood River , 34 miles away Skamania Lodge, Stevenson , 35 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Cispus River: Cat Creek Campground, Skamania County, 5 miles away Olallie Lake Campground, Skamania County, 6 miles away Council Lake Campground, Skamania County, 6 miles away   Trails Near Cispus River: Table Mountain Trail, Skamania County , 5 miles away, 5.3 hiking miles, 2007 feet elevation difference Klickitat Trail, Lewis County , 7 miles away,  4.2 hiking miles, 1263 feet elevation difference Dry Creek Trail, Lewis County , 9 miles away, 6.4 hiking miles, 5447 feet elevation difference South Point Trail, Lewis County , 9 miles away,  6.4 hiking miles, 3402 feet elevation difference Pompey Peak Trail, Lewis County , 9 miles away,  7 hiking miles, 3836 feet elevation difference Divide Camp Trail, Skamania County , 11 miles away,  5.2 hiking miles, 1465 feet elevation difference Glacier Lake Trail, Lewis County , 11 miles away,  3.2 hiking miles, 974 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Cispus River: Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA , 27 miles away   Lakes Near Cispus River