Washington whitewater - Skokomish River - South Fork, Olympic Mountains, Mason County Mason county, Browns Creek to Vance Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     11 miles   The Browns Creek to Vance Creek section of Skokomish River - South Fork in Washington is 11 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV-V section of whitewater. The scenic beauty of Mason County and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. The wild scenery of the Olympic Mountains is great. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Browns Creek to Vance Creek stretch is one of     them. The campgrounds here at Skokomish River - South Fork are pretty good. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Shelton, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. The average Washington whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are less forgiving. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: Skokomish River - South Fork sees pretty high levels   of rainfall; the month with most of the rain is December; July is the month with the least moisture. At Skokomish River - South Fork through the warmest time of the year highs are in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures drop down into the 40's. During the winter highs are regularly in the 40's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Skokomish River - South Fork drop into the 30's. Skokomish River - South Fork, Browns Creek to Vance Creek road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 11 miles Average Gradient: 36 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.40306 Longitude: -123.31121 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.31604 Longitude: -123.25242 Paddler input for Skokomish River - South Fork, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Skokomish River - South Fork, Olympic Mountains, Washington Local climate location: ABERDEEN 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton 12 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 15 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 18 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. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Skokomish River - South Fork.   Whitewater Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Vance Creek, Mason County , 4 miles away, Class IV - 3.5 miles long (FS 2350 to Vance Creek Bridge) Skokomish River - North Fork, Mason County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Staircase to Lake Cushman) Skokomish River - North Fork, Mason County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 5.6 miles long (Seven Stream to Staircase) Baker Creek, Mason County County , 11 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Old Bridge to Middle Satsop) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason County , 11 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 6.5 miles long (Walter Creek to Baker Creek) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.3 miles long (Baker Creek to road off Kelly Hall Road) Hamma Hamma River, Mason County , 13 miles away, Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Boulder Creek to Hamma Hamma Campground) Jefferson Creek, Mason County , 15 miles away, Class V - 2.1 miles long (Elk Lake to Hamma Hamma) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason/Grays Harbor County , 15 miles away, Class II - 17.2 miles long (Access off Kelly Hall Road to Tornow Road) Satsop River - East Fork, Mason County , 16 miles away, Class II - 8.2 miles long (Simpson Hatchery to Cook Creek)   Ski Areas Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 33 miles away, 100 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 127 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 128 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 129 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Mt.Baker, Washington , 132 miles away, 1500 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 135 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 138 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 143 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 144 miles away, 3590 vertical feet Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 147 miles away, 2777 vertical feet   Hotels Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Super 8 Motel - Shelton, Shelton , 12 miles away Alderbrook Resort And Spa, Union , 15 miles away Microtel Inn and Suites-Elma, Elma , 18 miles away Red Lion Hotel Olympia, Olympia , 30 miles away Phoenix Inn Suites Olympia, Olympia , 30 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Brown Creek Campground, Mason County, 4 miles away Lake Cushman Resort, Hoodsport, 6 miles away Lake Nahwatzel Resort, Shelton, 6 miles away   National Parks Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 36 miles away Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 67 miles away   Golf Courses Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Lake Cushman Golf Course, Hoodsport , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Skokomish River - South Fork