Washington whitewater - Palouse River, Franklin/Whitman County Franklin/Whitman county, Palouse Falls State Park to Lyons Ferry State Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     4 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. The wonderful Washington scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling spots. The Palouse Falls State Park to Lyons Ferry State Park section of Palouse     River in Franklin/Whitman County is 4 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an afternoon trip. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The Palouse Falls State Park to Lyons Ferry State Park section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Briefly about the general area: Not much rain falls here at Palouse River; most of the snow falls through December, and the driest month of the year is July. Put some time aside to spend at Palouse Falls while you're here at Palouse River. Since you're here at Palouse River why not have a look at Winn Lake   Canyon; a spree to Falls Spring will fill your soul with tremendous feelings. All through the warm months at Palouse River temperatures are mostly in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures plunge down into the 50's. Highs through the wintertime are ordinarily in the 30's, and overnight lows in the 20's for Palouse River. Palouse River, Palouse Falls State Park to Lyons Ferry State Park road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 4 miles Average Gradient: 22 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.66098 Longitude: -118.22783 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.59853 Longitude: -118.21803 Paddler input for Palouse River, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Palouse River, Washington Local climate location: HATTON 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Bronco Inn, Ritzville 25 miles away Discover the Best Western Bronco Inn, located in historic Ritzville Washington. With easy access to and from Interstate 90 and Highway 395, the Best Western Bronco Inn has everything you need to make ... La Quinta Inn Ritzville, Ritzville 25 miles away Enjoy a country inn feeling at the La Quinta Inn Ritzville, an hour from Spokane and Fairchild Air Force Base. From here, visit Palouse Falls, the quaint shops of Main Street, and plenty of places lis... Walla Walla Super 8 Motel, Walla Walla 27 miles away The Super 8 in Walla Walla is located just off Hwy. 12 Exit Wilbur Ave. The property features 101 rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Free Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Indoor Pool and Spa, Copy & Fax servic...   All Washington Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Washington. Books about whitewater paddling on Palouse River, Washington List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Palouse River, Washington. Find a whitewater outfitter in Washington Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Walla Walla, Washington Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Walla Walla, Washington, the metro area neareast to Palouse River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Palouse River.   Whitewater Near Palouse River: Palouse River, Whitman/Adams/Franklin County , 4 miles away, Class III+(V) - 11 miles long (Hooper to Palouse Falls State Park)   Ski Areas Near Palouse River: Bluewood, Washington , 37 miles away, 1125 vertical feet Spout Springs, Oregon , 43 miles away, 810 vertical feet Anthony Lakes, Oregon , 79 miles away, 900 vertical feet 49 Degrees North, Washington , 91 miles away, 1851 vertical feet Mt. Spokane, Washington , 99 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Schweitzer, Idaho , 138 miles away, 2400 vertical feet Echo Valley, Washington , 141 miles away, 900 vertical feet Loup Loup Ski Bowl, Washington , 144 miles away, 1240 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 150 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Mission Ridge, Washington , 154 miles away, 2200 vertical feet   Hotels Near Palouse River: Best Western Bronco Inn, Ritzville , 25 miles away La Quinta Inn Ritzville, Ritzville , 25 miles away Walla Walla Super 8 Motel, Walla Walla , 27 miles away Walla Walla East Main St. Travelodge, Walla Walla , 28 miles away Best Western Walla Walla Suites Inn, Walla Walla , 28 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Palouse River: Lyons Ferry Marina, Starbuck, 9 miles away