Washington whitewater - Soleduck River, Olympic Mountains, Clallam County

Clallam county, Klahowya Campground to Bear Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     7.5 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The natural beauty of Clallam County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. The Klahowya Campground to Bear Creek section of Soleduck River is 7.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II+ section. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of
    rivers for that. The Klahowya Campground to Bear Creek stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. The put-in location is a short drive from Port Angeles, there's a road map further down the page with
more info on that. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The Olympic Mountains scenery is wonderful. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
Soleduck River sees pretty high levels of precipitation; November is the month that gets the most rain, and July is when it's the driest. High temperatures
 
at Soleduck River during the summer months are in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 40's. Highs during the winter are ordinarily in the 40's, and after the sun is down throughout the winter temperatures at Soleduck River drop into the 30's.

Soleduck River, Klahowya Campground to Bear Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 7.5 miles
Average Gradient: 23 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 48.0648
Longitude: -124.11681

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 48.06095
Longitude: -124.23359

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Current weather conditions at Soleduck River, Olympic Mountains, Washington
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Local climate location: SAPPHO 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, Port Angeles
14 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 ...

Kalaloch Lodge, Forks
16 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...

Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault
36 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 ...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Port Angeles, Washington, the metro area neareast to Soleduck River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Soleduck River.
 Whitewater Near Soleduck River:
Sitkum River, Clallam County , 5 miles away, Class II-V - 9.6 miles long (Brandeberry Creek to Hyas Creek)
Calawah River - South Fork, Clallam County , 6 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (Rugged Ridge Trail to Hyas Creek)
Soleduck River, Clallam County , 7 miles away, Class III - 6.3 miles long (Bear Creek to Hatchery)
Hyas Creek, Clallam County , 7 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 1.5 miles long (FR 29 030 spur to South Fork Calawah confluence)
Calawah River - North Fork, Clallam County , 7 miles away, Class II+ - 9.2 miles long (Balch Bridge to South Fork Calawah confluence)
Soleduck River, Clallam County , 9 miles away, Class III - 11 miles long (FR 2918 Bridge to Klahowya Campground)
Soleduck River, Clallam County , 12 miles away, Class II - 7.5 miles long (Hatchery to Salmon Drive)
Hoh River, Jefferson County , 12 miles away, Class II - 20 miles long (Ranger Station to Highway 101 at Oxbow)
Bogachiel River, Jefferson/Clallam County , 13 miles away, Class II - 5 miles long (Park Boundary to Highway 101)
Goodman Creek, Clallam County , 13 miles away, Class III+(V) - 1.3 miles long (FR 2931 100 spur access to Soleduck River)
 Ski Areas Near Soleduck River:
Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 46 miles away, 800 vertical feet
Cypress Mountain, British Columbia , 91 miles away, 2410 vertical feet
Grouse Mountain, British Columbia , 98 miles away, 1260 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Soleduck River:
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, Port Angeles , 14 miles away
Kalaloch Lodge, Forks , 16 miles away
Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault , 36 miles away
Best Western Lighthouse Suites Inn, Ocean Shores , 48 miles away
Days Inn - Ocean Shores, Ocean Shores , 48 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Soleduck River:
Klahowa Campground, Clallam County, 4 miles away
Bear Creek Campground, Clallam County, 4 miles away
Clallam River Campground, Clallam County, 9 miles away
 Trails Near Soleduck River:
Rugged Ridge Trail, Clallam County , 6 miles away,  4.6 hiking miles, 407 feet elevation difference
Pass Trail, Clallam County , 7 miles away,  11.8 hiking miles, 1206 feet elevation difference
Bogachiel Trail, Clallam County , 10 miles away, 27 hiking miles, 4321 feet elevation difference
Bogachiel-Hoh Trail, Jefferson County , 12 miles away,  20.8 hiking miles, 3229 feet elevation difference
 National Parks Near Soleduck River:
Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 46 miles away

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