Oregon whitewater, Deschutes River Deschutes county, Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     14.5 miles   The Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park section of Deschutes River is 14.5 miles long and has been rated as a class III section by American Whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. If you'll be staying in a hotel     you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park section is just one of many. The wonderful Oregon scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream have people coming here. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good rivers for that around here. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a   while are great attractions for lots of people. Briefly about the general area: This is a popular place for folks from Bend; unsurprisingly, everyone loves Tumalo State Park. Awbrey Falls is a gorgeous place to take a look at while you're at Deschutes River. Pilot Butte State Park is worth a visit if you're at Deschutes River. All through the days of summer, highs mostly are in the 80's at Deschutes River. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 40's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 30's with temperatures at Deschutes River dipping down into the 10's during winter nights. Deschutes River, Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Deschutes River.   Whitewater Near Deschutes River: Deschutes River, Deschutes County, 4 miles away       Class III - 14.5 miles long (Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park) Deschutes River, Deschutes County, 4 miles away       Class III - 11.5 miles long (Cline Falls State Park to Lower Bridge) Whitewater Outfitter - Destination Wilderness, Deschutes County, 5 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Ouzel Outfitters River Trips, Deschutes County, 6 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Deschutes River, Deschutes County, 7 miles away       Class IV - 5.2 miles long (Bend to Tumalo State Park) Deschutes River, Jefferson County, 8 miles away       Class IV+ - 15 miles long (Lower Bridge to Billy Chinook Reservoir) Whitewater Outfitter - Rapid River Rafters, Deschutes County, 8 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Osprey Adventures Rafting, Deschutes County, 8 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Sun Country Tours, Deschutes County, 8 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Crooked River, Deschutes / Jefferson County, 12 miles away       Class III+(V) - 9 miles long (Crooked River Ranch to Billy Chinook Reservoir)   Ski Areas Near Deschutes River: Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 28 miles away, 3365 foot drop, 13 lifts, 71 runs Hoodoo, Oregon , 41 miles away, 1035 foot drop, 6 lifts, 30 runs Willamette Pass, Oregon , 59 miles away, 1563 foot drop, 6 lifts, 29 runs Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 62 miles away, 2777 foot drop, 12 lifts, 87 runs Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 63 miles away, 3590 foot drop, 6 lifts, 32 runs Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 63 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 9 lifts, 65 runs Cooper Spur, Oregon , 64 miles away, 500 foot drop, 2 lifts, 10 runs   Hotels Near Deschutes River: Eagle Crest Vacation Rentals, Redmond , 4 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites BEND, Bend , 4 miles away Quality Inn Bend, Bend , 4 miles away Shilo Inn Suites Hotel Bend, Bend , 6 miles away Bend Inn And Suites, Bend , 6 miles away   Campgrounds Near Deschutes River: Four Seasons Mobile Home Park, Bend, 4 miles away Bend Kampground, Bend, 5 miles away Green Acres RV Park, Redmond, 5 miles away   Public Lands Near Deschutes River: Tumalo State Park, Oregon , 4 miles away Pilot Butte State Park, Oregon , 7 miles away Peter Skene Ogden State Park, Oregon , 12 miles away   Golf Courses Near Deschutes River: River's Edge Golf Course, Bend , 7 miles away Greens At Redmond, Redmond , 7 miles away Awbrey Glen Golf Club, Bend , 7 miles away   Lakes Near Deschutes River Mayfield Pond, Deschutes , 13 miles away