Washington whitewater - Kalama River, Northern Cascade Range, Cowlitz County Cowlitz county, Gobar Creek to Lower Kalama Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     9.5 miles   The Gobar Creek to Lower Kalama Falls stretch of Kalama River in Washington is 9.5 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The average Washington whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too.     For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The beauty of the Northern Cascade Range is a great plus for this river. The beautiful scenery of Washington and the water flowing gracefully down Kalama River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Longview-Kelso, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. Briefly about the general area: Kalama River is a wet place that gets a lot   of precipitation; the wettest month of the year is typically December, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month of the year is July. High temperatures at Kalama River through the warm months are in the 70's, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. Daytime highs through the winter are in the 40's with temperatures at Kalama River dipping down into the 30's throughout winter nights. Kalama River, Gobar Creek to Lower Kalama Falls road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 9.5 miles Average Gradient: 27 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.04999 Longitude: -122.6214 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.04472 Longitude: -122.77806 Paddler input for Kalama River, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Kalama River, Northern Cascade Range, Washington Local climate location: LONGVIEW 10 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Kalama River Inn, Kalama 10 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... Best Western Oak Meadows Inn, Saint Helens 13 miles away Discover this 100% non-smoking Saint Helens, Oregon property offering a complimentary continental breakfast and convenient access to many local attractions. Located in the heart of Saint Helens, Ore... Comfort Inn Kelso, Kelso 14 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...   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 Kalama River.   Whitewater Near Kalama River: Kalama River, Cowlitz County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.5 miles long (Lower Kalama Falls to Indian Creek) Goble Creek, Cowlitz County , 6 miles away, Class III - 2.4 miles long (North Fork and Main Fork) Coweeman River, Cowlitz County , 6 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 11.3 miles long (Brown Creek to Jim Watson Creek) Cedar Creek, Clark County , 13 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 10.3 miles long (Amboy to North Fork Lewis) Kalama River, Cowlitz County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Upper Kalama Falls to Gobar Creek) Lewis River - East Fork, Clark County , 15 miles away, Class II - 3 miles long (Lewisville Park to Daybreak Park) Toutle River, Cowlitz County , 15 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 9.5 miles long (Highway 504 Bridge to Tower Road Bridge) Toutle River - North Fork, Cowlitz County , 15 miles away, Class II+ - 10 miles long (Green River to South Fork confluence) Lewis River - East Fork, Clark County , 19 miles away, Class III+(V) - 11.5 miles long (Moulton Falls to Lewisville Park) Toutle - South Fork, Cowlitz County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 11 miles long (Harrington Place to Big Wolf Creek)   Ski Areas Near Kalama River: Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 74 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 76 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 79 miles away, 2777 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 82 miles away, 500 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 95 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 95 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Hoodoo, Oregon , 97 miles away, 1035 vertical feet Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 108 miles away, 100 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 110 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 111 miles away, 2280 vertical feet   Hotels Near Kalama River: Kalama River Inn, Kalama , 10 miles away Best Western Oak Meadows Inn, Saint Helens , 13 miles away Comfort Inn Kelso, Kelso , 14 miles away Guesthouse Intl Kelso, Kelso , 15 miles away Kelso Super 8 Motel, Kelso , 15 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Kalama River: Lewis River RV Park, Woodland, 5 miles away Mahaffey's Camp Ground, Kalama, 7 miles away Woodland Shores RV Park, Woodland, 7 miles away   Trails Near Kalama River: Georges Peak Trail, Cowlitz County , 8 miles away, 5.6 hiking miles, 1673 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Kalama River: Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA , 60 miles away