Washington whitewater - Germany Creek, Olympic Mountains, Cowlitz County

Cowlitz county, Road 1300 to end of county road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III+     3.3 miles
  If you're coming from Longview-Kelso it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so better not forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The nature scenery of Washington and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The beauty of the Olympic Mountains is a great plus for this river. You can pitch a tent or park your
    RV at a nearby campground. There are no other stretches to paddle along Germany Creek than the Road 1300 to end of county road stretch. The Road 1300 to end of county road section of Germany Creek in Washington is 3.3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III+
section of whitewater. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. This stretch is short so no need to bring snacks. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here.

Briefly about the general area:
Through the days of summer
 
at Germany Creek temperatures are typically in the 70's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's, and after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Germany Creek drop into the 30's.
Germany Creek usually gets a great deal of rainfall; most of the rain falls through December; July is when it's the driest.

Germany Creek, Road 1300 to end of county road road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III+
Length: 3.3 miles
Average Gradient: 94 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.26671
Longitude: -123.13064

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.2427
Longitude: -123.14038

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Current weather conditions at Germany Creek, Olympic Mountains, Washington
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Local climate location: CLATSKANIE 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Rodeway Inn Longview, Longview
15 miles away
Centrally located off of I-5 and Hwy 432 with close proximity to Kelso, WA. This 34 room hotel is located in downtown Longview and is close to a variety of activities and businesses including casinos,...

Travelodge Longview, Longview
15 miles away
The Travelodge Longview is under NEW MANAGEMENT and is only 45 minutes to Mt. Saint Helens and 60 miles to Beaches. The hotel is conveniently located and within walking distance to all local restauran...

Quality Inn & Suites Longview, Longview
15 miles away
Centrally located off I-5 and Highway 432 with close proximity to Kelso, Washington. This 50 room hotel is located in downtown Longview and is close to a variety of activities and businesses including...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Germany Creek.
 Whitewater Near Germany Creek:
Coal Creek, Cowlitz County , 7 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 4.5 miles long (East Fork to Harmony Dr.)
Elochoman River, Wahkiakum County , 11 miles away, Class II-III+ - 11 miles long (North Fork to Beaver Creek hatchery)
Chehalis River - East Fork, Lewis County , 13 miles away, Class III - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River)
Olequa Creek, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class II+ - 6.5 miles long (Annonen Road to Cowlitz River)
Chehalis River - West Fork, Lewis County , 15 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River)
Chehalis River, Lewis County , 17 miles away, Class III-IV - 11.8 miles long (West Fork to Pe Ell)
Nehalem River, Columbia County , 18 miles away, Class I(II) - 25.9 miles long (Vernonia to Birkenfeld)
Chehalis River, Lewis County , 18 miles away, Class II - 3.2 miles long (Rainbow Falls to Meeskill)
Chehalis River, Lewis County , 20 miles away, Class II - 6 miles long (Pe Ell to Doty)
Rock Creek, Columbia County , 20 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 12.2 miles long (Keasey to mouth)
 Ski Areas Near Germany Creek:
Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 86 miles away, 800 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Germany Creek:
Rodeway Inn Longview, Longview , 15 miles away
Travelodge Longview, Longview , 15 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites Longview, Longview , 15 miles away
Best Western Aladdin Motor Inn - Kelso, Kelso , 16 miles away
Econo Lodge Kelso, Kelso , 16 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Germany Creek:
Perkins Creek Campground, Clatskanie, 8 miles away
Marv's RV Park, Cathlamet, 14 miles away
Columbia Trailer Court, Longview, 15 miles away
 National Parks Near Germany Creek:
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 48 miles away
 Lakes Near Germany Creek

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