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Oregon whitewater, Mill Creek
Polk Yamhill
county,
Buell County Park to Yamhill River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 7 miles
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The natural beauty of Oregon and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The beautiful Coast Ranges scenery is an added bonus. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to |
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one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will have you
| | coming back for more. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling rivers. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. The Buell County Park to Yamhill River section of Mill Creek is 7 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American | |
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Whitewater. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Corvallis, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page.
Briefly about the general area: Here at Mill Creek you'll probably
meet some folks from Sheridan, and a spree to Manhattan Beach State Park is a great idea. So much exciting stuff in the Coast Ranges, just incredible. Throughout the summer here at Mill Creek, high temperatures mostly get
into the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down into the 50's. Throughout the wintertime highs are commonly in the 40's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Mill Creek temperatures sink to the 30's.
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Mill Creek, Buell County Park to Yamhill River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Mill Creek. |
| | Whitewater Near Mill Creek:
Mill Creek, Polk/Yamhill County, 2 miles away Class I-II - 7 miles long (Buell County Park to Yamhill River) |
Mill Creek, Polk County, 7 miles away Class III-IV - 5.6 miles long (Upper Bridge to Mill Creek County Park) |
Yamhill River - South, Polk/ Yamhill County, 12 miles away Class II-III - 15.3 miles long (Grand Ronde to Sheridan) |
Nestucca River, Tillamook County, 15 miles away Class III-IV - 7.9 miles long (Rocky Bend Camp to Blaine) |
Trask River - North Fork, Washington County, 20 miles away Class III - 8 miles long (North Fork of Trask River to Bridge) |
Trask River, Tillamook County, 22 miles away Class III - 6.7 miles long (Fish Hatchery to Upper Peninsula Boat Ramp) |
Marys River, Benton County, 22 miles away Class I-II - 10.5 miles long (Wren to Philomath) |
Nestucca River, Tillamook County, 22 miles away Class II - 13.6 miles long (Blaine to Hebo) |
Siletz River, Lincoln County, 24 miles away Class III-IV - 10.8 miles long (Elk Creek to Moonshine Park) |
Jordan Creek, Tillamook County, 25 miles away Class III+(IV) - 6.5 miles long (Headwaters to Wilson River) |
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| | Hotels Near Mill Creek:
Best Western Dallas Inn & Suites, Dallas
, 10 miles away |
Z-TO BE DELETED - Courtesy Inn, Monmouth
, 17 miles away |
GuestHouse Vineyard Inn McMinn, McMinnville
, 18 miles away |
3rd Street Flats, McMinnville
, 18 miles away |
Red Lion Inn And Suites McMinnville, McMinnville
, 20 miles away |
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| | Public Lands Near Mill Creek:
Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR
, 62 miles away |
Manhattan Beach State Park, Oregon
, 7 miles away |
Sarah Helmick State Park, Oregon
, 19 miles away |
Ellmaker State Park, Oregon
, 25 miles away |
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| | Golf Courses Near Mill Creek:
Cross Creek Golf Course, Dallas
, 9 miles away |
Dallas Golf Links, Dallas
, 13 miles away |
Bayou Golf Course, Mcminnville
, 17 miles away |
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| | Lakes Near Mill Creek
Mountain Springs Ranch Reservoir, Polk
, 6 miles away |
McGuire Reservoir, Yamhill
, 13 miles away |
Valsetz Lake, Polk
, 18 miles away |
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