Washington whitewater - Entiat River, Chelan County Chelan county, Ardenvoir to Columbia River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+     14.5 miles   The Ardenvoir to Columbia River section of Entiat River in Chelan County is 14.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II+ section. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Washington are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The scenic beauty of Washington and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. If you hurry you can run     this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. 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. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: Since you're here at Entiat River why not explore Byers Canyon. During the summer months at Entiat River highs are usually in the 80's. Summer nighttime lows descend   down to the 40's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 30's with temperatures at Entiat River dipping down into the 10's during winter nights. A typical amount of rain falls here at Entiat River; December is the wettest month with most snow; July meanwhile is the driest month. While you're here at Entiat River you will meet lots of people from close by Wenatchee, and don't leave Entiat River without first paying a visit to Byers Canyon Spring Number 1. Entiat River, Ardenvoir to Columbia River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+ Length: 14.5 miles Average Gradient: 54 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.76543 Longitude: -120.36575 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.66341 Longitude: -120.23514 Paddler input for Entiat River, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Entiat River, Washington Local climate location: PLAIN 12 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Entiat River.   Whitewater Near Entiat River: Entiat River, Chelan County , 16 miles away, Class IV+ - 3 miles long (Lake Creek Campground to National Forest boundary) Wenatchee River, Chelan County , 18 miles away, Class III - 18.6 miles long (Leavenworth to Monitor) Entiat River, Chelan County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV(V+) - 2.5 miles long (FR 5605 to Tommy Creek trailhead) Chelan River, Chelan County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Lake Chelan to Columbia River) Peshastin Creek, Chelan County , 24 miles away, Class III-IV - 8.5 miles long (Highway 97 culvert to Wenatchee River) Entiat River, Chelan County , 24 miles away, Class III-IV(V+) - 6.7 miles long (Cottonwood Campground to FR 5605) Methow River, Okanogan County , 27 miles away, Class II - 9.5 miles long (Carlton to McFarland Creek access) Ingalls Creek, Chelan County , 28 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Ingalls Creek Road to Peshastin Creek) Icicle Creek, Chelan County , 28 miles away, Class IV+ - 2.2 miles long (Snow Creek trailhead to Leavenworth Hatchery) Wenatchee River, Chelan County , 28 miles away, Class V - 7.5 miles long (Tumwater Campground to Leavenworth)   Ski Areas Near Entiat River: Echo Valley, Washington , 20 miles away, 900 vertical feet Mission Ridge, Washington , 21 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Loup Loup Ski Bowl, Washington , 41 miles away, 1240 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 69 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 78 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 79 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 89 miles away, 3100 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 90 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Mt.Baker, Washington , 108 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 140 miles away, 500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Entiat River: Holiday Inn Express Wenatchee, Wa, Wenatchee , 12 miles away La Quinta Inn Wenatchee, Wenatchee , 12 miles away SUPER 8 MOTEL - WENATCHEE, WA, Wenatchee , 13 miles away Best Western Chieftain Inn, Wenatchee , 13 miles away Wenatchee Travelodge, Wenatchee , 13 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Entiat River: Prairie Spring Campground, Chelan County, 6 miles away Orondo River Park, Orondo, 7 miles away Lincoln Rock State Park, East Wenatchee, 9 miles away   Trails Near Entiat River: Devils Backbone Trailbike Loop Trail, Chelan County , 11 miles away,  14.6 hiking miles, 5475 feet elevation difference