Oregon whitewater, Santiam River - South Linn county, Mountain House to Foster Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V+     16.5 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The Mountain House to Foster Reservoir section of Santiam River - South in Oregon is 16.5 miles long and has been rated as a class III-V+ section by American Whitewater. The nature scenery of Linn County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The starting     point is not too far from Albany-Lebanon, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The beauty of the Central Cascade Range is a great plus for this river. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Mountain House to Foster Reservoir section is just one of many. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels   fill up quick. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. Briefly about the general area: Cascadia State Park is a wonderful place; you can have a glorious hiking adventure along the Gold Hill Trail. So many exciting things in the Central Cascade Range, just remarkable. Upper Soda Falls is a good local attraction, and this is a popular site for folks from Cascadia. This is such a wonderful river. Put some time aside to spend at Moose Creek Falls if you're here at Santiam River - South. Santiam River - South, Mountain House to Foster Reservoir 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 Santiam River - South.   Whitewater Near Santiam River - South: Wiley Creek, Linn County, 7 miles away       Class IV-V - 6 miles long (Above Wiley Creek Gorge to Little Wiley Creek Confluence) Canyon Creek, -blank- County, 7 miles away       Class V - 7 miles long (7 Mile Bridge to South Santiam River) Santiam River - Middle, Linn County, 7 miles away       Class IV - 2 miles long (Green Peter Dam to Foster Reservoir) Calapooia River, Linn County, 8 miles away       Class IV - 9 miles long (22 miles above Holley to 13 Mile Bridge) Santiam River - South, Linn County, 10 miles away       Class III-V+ - 16.5 miles long (Mountain House to Foster Reservoir) Calapooia River, Linn County, 12 miles away       Class III - 9.5 miles long (13 miles above Holley to Concrete Bridge) Canal Creek, Linn County, 12 miles away       Class IV-V - 1.2 miles long (1.2 mi above Quartzville Creek) Thomas Creek, Linn County, 14 miles away       Class III-IV - 5.2 miles long (Below Thomas Creek Falls to Log Bridge) Crabtree Creek, Linn County, 14 miles away       Class III-IV - 10 miles long (Snow Peak Camp to Larwood Park) Quartzville Creek, Linn County, 15 miles away       Class IV-V - 14 miles long (Above Gregg Creek to Green Peter Reservoir)   Ski Areas Near Santiam River - South: Hoodoo, Oregon , 40 miles away, 1035 foot drop, 6 lifts, 30 runs Willamette Pass, Oregon , 49 miles away, 1563 foot drop, 6 lifts, 29 runs Mt. Bachelor, Oregon , 57 miles away, 3365 foot drop, 13 lifts, 71 runs Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon , 65 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 9 lifts, 65 runs Timberline Lodge, Oregon , 68 miles away, 3590 foot drop, 6 lifts, 32 runs Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon , 71 miles away, 2777 foot drop, 12 lifts, 87 runs Cooper Spur, Oregon , 76 miles away, 500 foot drop, 2 lifts, 10 runs   Marinas Near Santiam River - South: Edgewater RV Resort and Marina, Sweet Home , 15 miles away   Hotels Near Santiam River - South: Rodeway Inn & Suites, Sublimity , 32 miles away Best Western Oakridge Inn, Oakridge , 33 miles away Best Western Premier Boulder Falls Inn, Lebanon , 33 miles away Travelodge Pioneer Villa, Halsey , 42 miles away Broadway Inn Downtown, Eugene , 43 miles away   Campgrounds Near Santiam River - South: Cascadia State Park, Cascadia, 3 miles away Whitcomb Creek County Park, Cascadia, 6 miles away Longbow Group Camp, Cascadia, 6 miles away   Trails Near Santiam River - South: Gold Hill Trail, Linn , 11 miles away,  4.2 hiking miles, 1073 feet elevation difference Michigan Heights Trail, Lane , 12 miles away, 3 hiking miles, 2179 feet elevation difference Crabtree Lake Trail, Linn , 12 miles away, 2 hiking miles, 491 feet elevation difference Snow Peak Mill City Trail, Linn , 14 miles away, 3.2 hiking miles, 1142 feet elevation difference Three Creek Trail, Linn , 15 miles away, 3.4 hiking miles, 2298 feet elevation difference Chimney Peak Trail, Linn , 15 miles away,  19 hiking miles, 2987 feet elevation difference Minniece Point Trail, Linn , 15 miles away, 5 hiking miles, 2044 feet elevation difference   Public Lands Near Santiam River - South: Cascadia State Park, Oregon , 2 miles away North Santiam State Park, Oregon , 22 miles away Willamette National Forest, Oregon , 24 miles away   Golf Courses Near Santiam River - South: Golf Oregon, Vida , 14 miles away McKenzie River Golf Course, Walterville , 19 miles away Tokatee Golf Club, Blue River , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Santiam River - South Green Peter Lake, Linn , 7 miles away Blue River Lake, Lane , 14 miles away Indian Prairie Lake, Linn , 15 miles away