Washington whitewater - Stetattle Creek, Northern Cascade Range, Whatcom County
Whatcom
county,
Jay Creek to Gorge Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS IV(V) 4 miles
The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Washington are often more challenging than in other states, so keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. 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. The Jay Creek to Gorge Lake stretch of Stetattle Creek in Washington is 4 miles long and it is classified as a class IV(V) section by American Whitewater. This is the only
paddling section along Stetattle Creek. The wild scenery of the Northern Cascade Range is great. The nature scenery of Washington and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. You might be into whitewater
rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near.
Briefly about the general area: All year is a wonderful time in the Northern Cascade Range if you fancy the outdoors. Summertime highs at Stetattle Creek generally tend to be in the 70's, and through the night it cools down to the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the
30's; during the dark hours in the wintertime at Stetattle Creek temperatures plunge to the 30's. Stetattle Creek is a rather wet place regularly with a large amount of rainfall; through December this area sees the most rain; the driest month is July. Diablo Canyon is a tremendous location to check out nearby, and Stetattle Creek is right by the Pyramid Lake Trail.
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