Washington whitewater - Teanaway River - North Fork, Northern Cascade Range, Kittitas County

Kittitas county, Johnson Creek to Stafford Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III+     3.9 miles
  The starting location is a reasonable drive from Ellensburg, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The Johnson Creek to Stafford Creek stretch of Teanaway River - North Fork in Washington is 3.9 miles long and has been rated as a class III+ section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Kittitas County and the cool fresh water have people coming here. This section is quite short so no need to bring snacks. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. There are a few other sections in this river system
    that can be paddled as well. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. The sections for whitewater
rafting and kayaking here in Washington are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The beauty of the Northern Cascade Range is a great plus for this river.

Briefly about the general area:
All the water falling down from the sky makes Teanaway River - North Fork a wet site;
 
most of the snow falls through January; July is the month with the least moisture. Take a hike on the County Line Trail.
For the period of the warm months, highs commonly are in the 60's at Teanaway River - North Fork. Summer night lows drop down to the 40's. All through the winter highs are in the 20's while Teanaway River - North Fork nighttime low temperatures all through the winter are in the 10's.

Teanaway River - North Fork, Johnson Creek to Stafford Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III+
Length: 3.9 miles
Average Gradient: 100 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.38071
Longitude: -120.8863

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.34652
Longitude: -120.84964

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Current weather conditions at Teanaway River - North Fork, Northern Cascade Range, Washington
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Local climate location: STEVENS PASS 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Cle Elum Travelers Inn, Cle Elum
9 miles away
Located in western Washington and a short distance to I-90, the Cle Elum Travelers Inn is conveniently located to golfing, shopping, Summit at Snoqualmie, Ellensburg, Iron Horse State Park, Cle Elum L...

Best Western Snowcap Lodge, Cle Elum
10 miles away
The contemporary Best Western Snowcap Lodge is centrally located on the eastern slopes of the cascade mountains. We are easily accessible from Interstate 90, just a short 90 minute drive from Seattle....

Stewart Lodge, Cle Elum
10 miles away
The Stewart Lodge offers a wide range of rooms and amenities to make us your recreational or business spot all year around. Our rooms are exceptionally large and include unique pine furniture, microw...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Teanaway River - North Fork.
 Whitewater Near Teanaway River - North Fork:
Teanaway River, Kittitas County , 7 miles away, Class II+ - 7 miles long (North Fork Teanaway to East Masterson Road)
Icicle Creek, Chelan County , 11 miles away, Class II-III+(V) - 3.5 miles long (Rock Island Campground to Ida Creek)
Icicle Creek, Chelan County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 9 miles long (Ida Creek to Snow Creek trailhead)
Cle Elum River, Kittitas County , 14 miles away, Class II - 7.8 miles long (Cle Elum Dam to confluence with Yakima River)
Yakima River, Benton/Yakima County , 14 miles away, Class II - 15.1 miles long (Confluence with Teanaway River to Thorp)
Cle Elum River, Kittitas County , 15 miles away, Class IV-V - 8.5 miles long (Scatter Creek to Salmon La Sac Creek)
Ingalls Creek, Chelan County , 15 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Ingalls Creek Road to Peshastin Creek)
Icicle Creek, Chelan County , 15 miles away, Class IV+ - 2.2 miles long (Snow Creek trailhead to Leavenworth Hatchery)
Cle Elum River, Kittitas County , 16 miles away, Class II - 4 miles long (Salmon La Sac Creek to Cle Elum Reservoir)
Wenatchee River, Chelan County , 16 miles away, Class V - 7.5 miles long (Tumwater Campground to Leavenworth)
 Ski Areas Near Teanaway River - North Fork:
Mission Ridge, Washington , 33 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Stephens Pass, Washington , 33 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Snoqualmie, Washington , 38 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Alpental, Washington , 39 miles away, 2280 vertical feet
Crystal Mountain, Washington , 46 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
White Pass, Washington , 50 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Echo Valley, Washington , 62 miles away, 900 vertical feet
Loup Loup Ski Bowl, Washington , 82 miles away, 1240 vertical feet
Mt.Baker, Washington , 89 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Cooper Spur, Oregon , 105 miles away, 500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Teanaway River - North Fork:
Wind Blew Inn Motel, Cle Elum , 9 miles away
Cle Elum Traveler's Inn, Cle Elum , 9 miles away
Cascade Mountain Inn, Cle Elum , 9 miles away
Cle Elum Travelers Inn, Cle Elum , 9 miles away
Chalet Motel, Cle Elum , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Teanaway River - North Fork:
Beverly Campground, Kittitas County, 1 miles away
Twentynine Pines Campground, Kittitas County, 2 miles away
Dickey Creek Campground, Kittitas County, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Teanaway River - North Fork:
County Line Trail, Chelan County , 4 miles away, 0.6 hiking miles, 455 feet elevation difference
Miller Peak Trail, Kittitas County , 8 miles away,  4 hiking miles, 2765 feet elevation difference
Icicle Trail, Chelan County , 12 miles away, 32.7 hiking miles, 7313 feet elevation difference
Snow Lakes Trail, Chelan County , 13 miles away, 4.2 hiking miles, 3981 feet elevation difference
Jolly Mountain Lookout Trail, Kittitas County , 13 miles away,  10.4 hiking miles, 4410 feet elevation difference
Sasse Mountain Trail, Kittitas County , 13 miles away, 12 hiking miles, 4012 feet elevation difference
Fishhook Flats Trail, Kittitas County , 15 miles away, 2 hiking miles, 581 feet elevation difference
 Lakes Near Teanaway River - North Fork

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