Washington whitewater - Hamma Hamma River, Olympic Mountains, Mason County

Mason county, Hamma Hamma Campground to gorge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     5 miles
  The Hamma Hamma Campground to gorge section of Hamma Hamma River in Washington is 5 miles long and it is classified as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. 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. The campgrounds here at Hamma Hamma River are pretty
    good. The beautiful scenery of Washington and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. Whitewater paddling here
in the Olympic Mountains is a great experience. On this section you do get some distance, good for a one day paddling trip. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. The put-in location is a short drive from Shelton, as you can see on the road map further down. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too.

Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Hamma Hamma River throughout the summertime months are in the 70's. Summer
 
night lows sink down to the 50's. All through the wintertime the highs are mostly in the 40's, and nighttime lows in the 30's for Hamma Hamma River. A good deal of rainfall falls at Hamma Hamma River; most of the rain falls during December while July is typically the driest month.

Hamma Hamma River, Hamma Hamma Campground to gorge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 5 miles
Average Gradient: 40 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.59484
Longitude: -123.12782

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.56795
Longitude: -123.07447

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Current weather conditions at Hamma Hamma River, Olympic Mountains, Washington
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Local climate location: SHELTON 21 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Alderbrook Resort And Spa, Union
11 miles away
After nearly two years of elaborate renovation, Alderbrook Resort & Spa is open! Only the spectacular view of the Olympic Mountains, Hood Canal's glistening waters, and surrounding landscape of Alder,...

Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton
17 miles away
The Super 8 of Shelton is conveniently located just off Hwy. 101 and Wallace Kneeland Blvd. Property features 39 rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Free Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Interior Corridors, Ref...

Juan De Fuca Cottages, Sequim
20 miles away
Perched on a 50' bluff at the edge of Dungeness Bay with our own private beach, the Juan de Fuca Cottages offer spectacular views of the Dungeness Spit, the New Dungeness Lighthouse, the Strait of Jua...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Hamma Hamma River.
 Whitewater Near Hamma Hamma River:
Jefferson Creek, Mason County , 1 miles away, Class V - 2.1 miles long (Elk Lake to Hamma Hamma)
Hamma Hamma River, Mason County , 5 miles away, Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Boulder Creek to Hamma Hamma Campground)
Dosewallips River, Jefferson County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 3 miles long (Dosewallips Falls to Elkhorn Campground)
Dosewallips River, Jefferson County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 5.2 miles long (Elkhorn Campground to Six Mile Bridge)
Duckabush River, Jefferson County , 9 miles away, Class IV - 6.2 miles long (2515 Bridge to Highway 101)
Dosewallips River, Jefferson County , 12 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Six Mile Bridge to Dosewallips State Park)
Big Quilcene River, Jefferson County , 14 miles away, Class V+ - 2 miles long (Tunnel Creek to Rainbow Campground)
Skokomish River - North Fork, Mason County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Staircase to Lake Cushman)
Big Quilcene River, Jefferson County , 16 miles away, Class IV+ - 3.2 miles long (Rainbow Campground to fish hatchery)
Skokomish River - South Fork, Mason County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 11 miles long (Browns Creek to Vance Creek)
 Ski Areas Near Hamma Hamma River:
Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 34 miles away, 100 vertical feet
Alpental, Washington , 116 miles away, 2280 vertical feet
Mt.Baker, Washington , 116 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 116 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
Snoqualmie, Washington , 117 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Stephens Pass, Washington , 125 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 126 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 141 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 142 miles away, 3590 vertical feet
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 144 miles away, 2777 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Hamma Hamma River:
Alderbrook Resort And Spa, Union , 11 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton , 17 miles away
Juan De Fuca Cottages, Sequim , 20 miles away
Holiday Plaza Sequim Inn, Sequim , 23 miles away
Econo Lodge Sequim, Sequim , 23 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Hamma Hamma River:
Lena Creek Campground, Mason County, 3 miles away
Lena Lake Campground, Jefferson County, 4 miles away
Lilliwaup Creek Campground, Mason County, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Hamma Hamma River:
Mount Jupiter Trail, Jefferson County , 8 miles away,  12 hiking miles, 3830 feet elevation difference
Royal Creek Trail, Kittitas County , 15 miles away,  29 hiking miles, 5153 feet elevation difference
Tubal Cain Mine Trail, Jefferson County , 16 miles away, 12 hiking miles, 5265 feet elevation difference
Deadfall Trail, Clallam County , 17 miles away,  1.6 hiking miles, 1380 feet elevation difference
Mount Zion Trail, Clallam County , 17 miles away,  7.8 hiking miles, 2262 feet elevation difference
Baldy Trail, Clallam County , 18 miles away, 13.5 hiking miles, 5411 feet elevation difference
Bear Mountain Trail, Clallam County , 19 miles away, 2.5 hiking miles, 1626 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Hamma Hamma River:
Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 35 miles away
 Lakes Near Hamma Hamma River

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