Washington whitewater - Snahapish River, Olympic Mountains, Jefferson County Jefferson county, C-2700 Bridge to Clearwater River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+(IV)     3.5 miles   The natural beauty of Washington and the water flowing gracefully down Snahapish River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Washington tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. If you're coming from Port Angeles it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater paddling here in the Olympic Mountains is a great experience. There     aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The C-2700 Bridge to Clearwater River section is the only paddling section along Snahapish River. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. This stretch of Snahapish River is 3.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II+(IV) section. This is a bit of a short stretch so no need to bring snacks. Briefly about the general area: Crooks Rapids is a great local attraction. At Snahapish River through the warm months   highs are in the 70's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 40's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 40's; nighttime lows at Snahapish River during the wintertime frequently plunge into the 30's. A large amount of rainfall falls at Snahapish River; the wettest month of the year is regularly December, that's the one that rains the most while August is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Snahapish River, C-2700 Bridge to Clearwater River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+(IV) Length: 3.5 miles Average Gradient: 69 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.69724 Longitude: -124.15025 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.65541 Longitude: -124.20318 Paddler input for Snahapish River, Washington: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Snahapish River, Olympic Mountains, Washington Local climate location: FORKS 5 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Kalaloch Lodge, Forks 20 miles away We sit on a 50 foot high bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. We have a variety of cabins housing from 2 to 8 persons. Some units have kitchens.. others have fireplaces or wood-burning stoves.. some h... Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, Port Angeles 22 miles away Nestled 12 miles within the heart of the Olympic National Park, the weary traveler will discover the comforts of Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort. Spending the day at Sol Duc can be a unique, relaxing, and ... Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault 25 miles away Come visit, and let us share this amazing place with you. at the lodge, on the shore of beautiful lake quinault, you will find outstanding dining and an abundance of activities.. from lawn games like ...   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 Snahapish River.   Whitewater Near Snahapish River: Clearwater River, Jefferson County , 1 miles away, Class II - 10.5 miles long (Clearwater Campground to 144 Gross Bridge) Christmas Creek, Jefferson County , 3 miles away, Class II+(IV) - 4 miles long (C2400 bridge to Clearwater River) Stequaleho River, Jefferson County , 6 miles away, Class II-III(V+) - 4 miles long (C-1066 Road to Clearwater Campground) Clearwater River, Jefferson County , 7 miles away, Class II - 11.5 miles long (144 Gross Bridge to Queets River) Salmon River, Jefferson/Grays Harbor County , 7 miles away, Class II(IV) - 8.2 miles long (West Boundary Road Bridge to Q-100 Bridge) Solleks River, Jefferson County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Sollecks Bridge to Clearwater Campground) Queets River, Jefferson County , 8 miles away, Class II - 9.3 miles long (Queets Campground to Hartzell Launch) Clearwater River, Jefferson County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.5 miles long (Upper Clearwater Road access to Clearwater Campground) Hoh River, Jefferson County , 9 miles away, Class II - 20 miles long (Ranger Station to Highway 101 at Oxbow) Matheny Creek, Jefferson County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.2 miles long (FR 21 Bridge to Q-1800 Bridge)   Ski Areas Near Snahapish River: Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 48 miles away, 100 vertical feet Mt.Baker, Washington , 182 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Crystal Mountain, Washington , 190 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Alpental, Washington , 190 miles away, 2280 vertical feet Snoqualmie, Washington , 191 miles away, 1100 vertical feet White Pass, Washington , 199 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Stephens Pass, Washington , 199 miles away, 1800 vertical feet   Hotels Near Snahapish River: Kalaloch Lodge, Forks , 20 miles away Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, Port Angeles , 22 miles away Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault , 25 miles away Best Western Lighthouse Suites Inn, Ocean Shores , 31 miles away Days Inn - Ocean Shores, Ocean Shores , 31 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Snahapish River: Copper Mine Botton Campground, Jefferson County, 2 miles away Upper Clearwater Campground, Jefferson County, 4 miles away Minnie Peterson Campground, Jefferson County, 7 miles away   Trails Near Snahapish River: Bogachiel-Hoh Trail, Jefferson County , 11 miles away,  20.8 hiking miles, 3229 feet elevation difference Pass Trail, Clallam County , 11 miles away,  11.8 hiking miles, 1206 feet elevation difference Rugged Ridge Trail, Clallam County , 12 miles away,  4.6 hiking miles, 407 feet elevation difference Bogachiel Trail, Clallam County , 14 miles away, 27 hiking miles, 4321 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Snahapish River: Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 49 miles away