Washington whitewater - Skokomish River - North Fork, Olympic Mountains, Mason County Mason county, Seven Stream to Staircase section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V+     5.6 miles   The natural beauty of Mason County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This stretch of Skokomish River - North Fork in Mason County is 5.6 miles long and is a class V+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. 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. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This is one of a small number of     paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Washington tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. When you're paddling down a Olympic Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places. If you're coming from Shelton it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great   reasons to come. Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the warm days of summer highs here at Skokomish River - North Fork reach the 70's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 40's, and night lows during the winter for Skokomish River - North Fork tend to be in the 30's. The high level of rain makes Skokomish River - North Fork a reasonably wet site; throughout December this area sees the most rain, and July meanwhile is the driest month. A short tour to Staircase Rapids is always worthwhile. Skokomish River - North Fork, Seven Stream to Staircase road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V+ Length: 5.6 miles Average Gradient: 121 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.57056 Longitude: -123.37713 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.51567 Longitude: -123.3304 Paddler input for Skokomish River - North Fork, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Skokomish River - North Fork, Olympic Mountains, Washington Local climate location: ABERDEEN 18 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton 22 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... Alderbrook Resort And Spa, Union 22 miles away The spectacular view of the Olympic Mountains and of Hood canal glistening waters and surrounding landscape of Evergreen and Cedar Trees remain the same the canal is pristine water is world renowned f... Microtel Inn and Suites-Elma, Elma 25 miles away Microtel Inn and Suites Elma, WA - Enjoy a Quality Hotel Room at a Discount Hotel Price. Enjoy consistency, quality, reasonable prices and great service each time you stay with Microtel Inns and Suite...   Olympic Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Olympic Mountains. Olympic Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Olympic Mountains. All Washington Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Washington. Books about whitewater paddling on Skokomish River - North Fork, Washington List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Skokomish River - North Fork, 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 Shelton, Washington Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Shelton, Washington, the metro area neareast to Skokomish River - North Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Skokomish River - North Fork.   Whitewater Near Skokomish River - North Fork: Skokomish River - North Fork, Mason County , 2 miles away, Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Staircase to Lake Cushman) Vance Creek, Mason County , 9 miles away, Class IV - 3.5 miles long (FS 2350 to Vance Creek Bridge) Skokomish River - South Fork, Mason County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 11 miles long (Browns Creek to Vance Creek) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason County , 11 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 6.5 miles long (Walter Creek to Baker Creek) Baker Creek, Mason County County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Old Bridge to Middle Satsop) Hamma Hamma River, Mason County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Boulder Creek to Hamma Hamma Campground) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.3 miles long (Baker Creek to road off Kelly Hall Road) Quinault River, Jefferson County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Pony Bridge to Graves Creek) Jefferson Creek, Mason County , 16 miles away, Class V - 2.1 miles long (Elk Lake to Hamma Hamma) Satsop River - West Fork, Grays Harbor County , 17 miles away, Class IV+ - 4 miles long (FR 23 to FR 2260 Bridge)   Ski Areas Near Skokomish River - North Fork: Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 23 miles away, 100 vertical feet Mt.Baker, Washington , 132 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 133 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 133 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 134 miles away, 1100 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 142 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 143 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 152 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 153 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 156 miles away, 2777 vertical feet   Hotels Near Skokomish River - North Fork: Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton , 22 miles away Alderbrook Resort And Spa, Union , 22 miles away Microtel Inn and Suites-Elma, Elma , 25 miles away Port Angeles Super 8 Motel, Port Angeles , 26 miles away Days Inn Port Angeles, Port Angeles , 27 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Skokomish River - North Fork: Staircase Campground, Mason County, 2 miles away Brown Creek Campground, Mason County, 7 miles away Lake Cushman Resort, Hoodsport, 11 miles away   Trails Near Skokomish River - North Fork: Elwha River Trail, Clallam County , 19 miles away,  64 hiking miles, 4020 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Skokomish River - North Fork: Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 26 miles away   Lakes Near Skokomish River - North Fork