Washington whitewater - Nisqually River, Northern Cascade Range, Thurston County Thurston county, Mashel River to Mckenna section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     14 miles   The starting location is a short drive from Centralia, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The Mashel River to Mckenna section of Nisqually River is 14 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so why not pack your camp stove too. When you're paddling down a Northern Cascade Range river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. There are campgrounds quite near the river where     you can camp. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Washington are often tougher than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. The Mashel River to Mckenna stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. 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 natural beauty of Washington and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. Briefly about the general area: Throughout the months of summer   highs here at Nisqually River get into the 70's. During the moonlight hours it's generally in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's, and night lows at Nisqually River throughout the wintertime typically plunge into the 30's. Nisqually River is a relatively wet place mostly with much rain; during December this area sees the most rain, and July on the other hand is the driest. Nisqually River, Mashel River to Mckenna road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 14 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.84715 Longitude: -122.33132 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.93349 Longitude: -122.56045 Paddler input for Nisqually River, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Nisqually River, Northern Cascade Range, Washington Local climate location: GRAPEVIEW 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. La Quinta Inn AND Suites Lakewood, Lakewood 13 miles away You will find accommodations at the La Quinta Inn & Suites Lakewood packed with all of your travel needs. This Lakewood hotel is located only 2 miles from Tacoma. We are also located just 2 miles from... Americas Best Value Inn of South Tacoma, Lakewood 13 miles away Welcome to Americas Best Value Inn of South Tacoma. We are conveniently located off of I-5 South in Lakewood, WA, in southeast Seattle. This area is perfect for those who seek adventure, as you are mi... Rodeway Inn Tacoma, Tacoma 14 miles away Easy access to I-5 Freeway and close to McCord Air Base and Fort Lewis Army Base. The hotel is close to the Tacoma Dome, Puyullap Fair, and Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium which are all located in the...   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 Nisqually River.   Whitewater Near Nisqually River: Nisqually River, -blank- County , 8 miles away, Class V - 1.9 miles long (La Grande Reservoir to Mashel River) Nisqually River, Thurston County , 9 miles away, Class III - 7 miles long (McKenna to Yelm Hydro Plant) Mashel River, Pierce County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.5 miles long (Eatonville to Nisqually River confluence) Little Nisqually River, Lewis County , 12 miles away, Class IV+ - 5.7 miles long (Winston Creek to Alder Lake) Deschutes River, Thurston County , 14 miles away, Class II - 9.3 miles long (Vail Loop Road to Military Road) Tilton River - North Fork, -blank- County , 14 miles away, Class IV - 2.5 miles long (above Tilton confluence) Tilton River, Lewis County , 15 miles away, Class III-IV - 11 miles long (Bremer to Ike Kinswa State Park) Tilton River, Lewis County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 8.5 miles long (Morton to Bremer) Puyallup River, Pierce County , 18 miles away, Class II - 9 miles long (Kapowsin Road Bridge to Highway 162) Puyallup River, Pierce County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 6.1 miles long (McMillin to Puyallup)   Ski Areas Near Nisqually River: Crystal Mountain, Washington , 67 miles away, 3100 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 74 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 75 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Summit at Snoqualmie, Washington , 75 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Stevens Pass, Washington , 88 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 89 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 89 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 90 miles away, 800 vertical feet Cooper Spur, Oregon , 91 miles away, 500 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 91 miles away, 2777 vertical feet   Hotels Near Nisqually River: La Quinta Inn AND Suites Lakewood, Lakewood , 13 miles away Americas Best Value Inn of South Tacoma, Lakewood , 13 miles away Rodeway Inn Tacoma, Tacoma , 14 miles away Econo Lodge Tacoma, Tacoma , 14 miles away Comfort Inn Tacoma, Tacoma , 14 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Nisqually River: Rainier Villa Mobile Park and RV, Spanaway, 9 miles away Alder Lake Park, Eatonville, 11 miles away Rainbow RV Resort, Eatonville, 12 miles away   National Parks Near Nisqually River: Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA , 33 miles away   Golf Courses Near Nisqually River: Tanwax Golf Course, Eatonville , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Nisqually River