Washington whitewater - Johnson Creek, Northern Cascade Range, Lewis County Lewis county, Glacier Creek to Highway 12 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     7.7 miles   The Glacier Creek to Highway 12 section of Johnson Creek is 7.7 miles long and has been rated as a class V section by American Whitewater. The Northern Cascade Range scenery is wonderful. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. The nature scenery of Washington and the water flowing gracefully     down Johnson Creek are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. This is the only paddling stretch along Johnson Creek. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: Johnson Creek is a wet place that gets lots of rain; January is when you get the most snow here; July meanwhile is the driest month. There's no way anybody can get bored here in the Northern Cascade Range. Jennings Falls is an inspiring site to explore while you're here, and if the weather is great, you can go   for a hike along the South Point Trail. If you want to explore some out of the ordinary stuff, explore South Point, and on a delightful day you can take a hike along the Glacier Lake Trail. Throughout the months of summer at Johnson Creek highs are frequently in the 70's; through summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. For the duration of the winter the highs are commonly in the 30's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Johnson Creek. This river is so good. Johnson Creek, Glacier Creek to Highway 12 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 7.7 miles Average Gradient: 174 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.54109 Longitude: -121.62191 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.5713 Longitude: -121.6963 Paddler input for Johnson Creek, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Johnson Creek, Northern Cascade Range, Washington Local climate location: LONGMIRE RAINIER NPS 12 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. The Governor Hotel, Olympia 33 miles away Situated in the heart of beautiful downtown Olympia, The Governor Hotel overlooks both Capitol Lake and Sylvester Park.... Kings Value Inn - Enumclaw, Wa, Enumclaw 37 miles away Kings Valu Inn **Free Wireless Internet - Outdoor Seasonal Pool - In-Room Coffee - Quality Rooms** Kings Valu Inn is the complete home away from home for your traveling convenience. Stay for a day, a ... Mt. View Inn, Buckley 39 miles away Located 6 miles from White River Amphitheater and with easy access to Mt. Rainier National Park, the AAA-approved 2 diamond Mt. View Inn Buckley, a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, is located on State Highw...   Northern Cascade Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Northern Cascade Range. Northern Cascade Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Northern Cascade Range. All Washington Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Washington. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Johnson Creek.   Whitewater Near Johnson Creek: Cowlitz River, Lewis County , 4 miles away, Class II - 7.6 miles long (La Wis Wis Campground to Packwood) Cispus River - North Fork, Lewis County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.7 miles long (FR 22 Bridge to North Fork Campground) Butter Creek, Lewis County , 6 miles away, Class III - 2.5 miles long (along FR 5270) Cowlitz River - Muddy Fork, Lewis County , 8 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (to Cowlitz River) Skate Creek, Lewis County , 8 miles away, Class III+ - 3.1 miles long (Johnson Creek to Craig Road) Ohanepecosh River, Lewis County , 9 miles away, Class V - 4.7 miles long (Ohanepecosh Campground to La Wis Wis Campground) Cowlitz River - Clear Fork, Lewis County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 5 miles long (Lava Creek to La Wis Wis Campground) Cispus River, Lewis County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 5.9 miles long (Adams Fork to FR 23 Bridge) Cispus River, Lewis County , 11 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 9.5 miles long (FR 23 Bridge to FR 28 Bridge) Summit Creek, Lewis County , 11 miles away, Class V+ - 5 miles long (Soda Springs to Highway 123)   Ski Areas Near Johnson Creek: White Pass, Washington , 19 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 22 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 44 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 45 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 54 miles away, 500 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 58 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 58 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 60 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 60 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Mission Ridge, Washington , 94 miles away, 2200 vertical feet   Hotels Near Johnson Creek: The Governor Hotel, Olympia , 33 miles away Kings Value Inn - Enumclaw, Wa, Enumclaw , 37 miles away Mt. View Inn, Buckley , 39 miles away Columbia Gorge Hotel, Hood River , 41 miles away Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River , 41 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Johnson Creek: Packwood RV Park and Campground, Packwood, 2 miles away River Bar Campground, Lewis County, 6 miles away Hatchery RV Campground, Lewis County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Johnson Creek: South Point Trail, Lewis County , 1 miles away,  6.4 hiking miles, 3402 feet elevation difference Glacier Lake Trail, Lewis County , 4 miles away,  3.2 hiking miles, 974 feet elevation difference Dry Creek Trail, Lewis County , 4 miles away, 6.4 hiking miles, 5447 feet elevation difference Five Thousand Thirty Trail, Lewis County , 5 miles away, 4.2 hiking miles, 897 feet elevation difference Packwood Lake Trail, Lewis County , 5 miles away,  11.4 hiking miles, 384 feet elevation difference Tatoosh Trail, Lewis County , 6 miles away,  16.4 hiking miles, 5829 feet elevation difference Klickitat Trail, Lewis County , 7 miles away,  4.2 hiking miles, 1263 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Johnson Creek: Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA , 24 miles away   Lakes Near Johnson Creek