Washington whitewater - Goble Creek, Cowlitz County

Cowlitz county, North Fork and Main Fork section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     2.4 miles
  This section of Goble Creek in Washington is 2.4 miles long and has been rated as a class III section by American Whitewater. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Washington are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Longview-Kelso, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This is the
    only paddling section along Goble Creek. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This is a pretty short section so better bring some good walking shoes. No matter if you're
whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people.

Briefly about the general area:
Goble Creek is a pretty wet place usually with a lot of rainfall; the month of December is the wettest with most of the rain, and the driest of the months is July. Throughout the summer months highs here at Goble Creek reach the 70's. All through the moonlight hours it's commonly in the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime
 
are normally in the 40's; night lows at Goble Creek during the wintertime generally fall into the 30's.
People from Longview-Kelso love to come to Goble Creek.

Goble Creek, North Fork and Main Fork road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 2.4 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.12432
Longitude: -122.74418

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.13074
Longitude: -122.78913

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Current weather conditions at Goble Creek, Washington
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Local climate location: LONGVIEW 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Kalama River Inn, Kalama
8 miles away
The Kalama River Inn located in Kalama, WA near the Kalama and Columbia River and is 2 Diamond AAA Rated. Kalama, WA is located 30 minutes north of Portland. The Mount St. Helens turn-off is only 15 m...

Red Lion Kelso, Kelso
9 miles away
Guestroom renovations were completed in January 2006. The Red Lion Kelso Hotel & Conference Center is the only full service hotel between Vancouver and Olympia. We are conveniently located off I-5 ju...

Comfort Inn Kelso, Kelso
9 miles away
Free coffee/tea 24 hours and free afternoon cookies. Indoor pool and spa. Free deluxe continental breakfast in breakfast area with fireplace. With exercise equipment available. All rooms offer free hi...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Goble Creek.
 Whitewater Near Goble Creek:
Kalama River, Cowlitz County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.5 miles long (Lower Kalama Falls to Indian Creek)
Kalama River, Cowlitz County , 6 miles away, Class II-IV - 9.5 miles long (Gobar Creek to Lower Kalama Falls)
Coweeman River, Cowlitz County , 8 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 11.3 miles long (Brown Creek to Jim Watson Creek)
Toutle River, Cowlitz County , 10 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 9.5 miles long (Highway 504 Bridge to Tower Road Bridge)
Toutle River - North Fork, Cowlitz County , 13 miles away, Class II+ - 10 miles long (Green River to South Fork confluence)
Olequa Creek, Lewis County , 18 miles away, Class II+ - 6.5 miles long (Annonen Road to Cowlitz River)
Kalama River, Cowlitz County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Upper Kalama Falls to Gobar Creek)
Cedar Creek, Clark County , 19 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 10.3 miles long (Amboy to North Fork Lewis)
Cowlitz River, Lewis County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (salmon hatchery to Blue Creek access)
Coal Creek, Cowlitz County , 19 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 4.5 miles long (East Fork to Harmony Dr.)
 Ski Areas Near Goble Creek:
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 80 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 82 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 85 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 87 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 97 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 98 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Goble Creek:
Kalama River Inn, Kalama , 8 miles away
Red Lion Kelso, Kelso , 9 miles away
Comfort Inn Kelso, Kelso , 9 miles away
Super 8 Kelso Longview Area, Kelso , 9 miles away
Guesthouse Intl Kelso, Kelso , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Goble Creek:
Mahaffey's Camp Ground, Kalama, 5 miles away
Rainbow Camp Ground, Kalama, 6 miles away
Camp Kalama RV Park, Kalama, 8 miles away
 Trails Near Goble Creek:
Georges Peak Trail, Cowlitz County , 13 miles away, 5.6 hiking miles, 1673 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Goble Creek:
Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA , 62 miles away

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