Washington whitewater, Grays River Wahkiakum county, South Fork Grays to Highway 4 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV+     5.2 miles   The beautiful scenery of Washington and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. This section of Grays River is 5.2 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV+ section of whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Astoria, as you can see on the road map further down. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The Olympic Mountains scenery     is wonderful. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. 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 rivers here are less forgiving. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good rivers for that around here. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Briefly about   the general area: While you're here at Grays River you will meet lots of folks from close by Grays River; nothing beats kicking back at Westport Beach. So many exciting things in the Olympic Mountains, just impressive. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 60's to Grays River, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 40's, and after the sun is down throughout the wintertime temperatures at Grays River descend into the 30's. Grays River sees pretty high levels of rain. For the duration of December this area sees the most rain, and the driest month of the year is July. Grays River, South Fork Grays to Highway 4 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 Grays River.   Whitewater Near Grays River: Grays River, Wahkiakum County, 2 miles away       Class IV+ - 5.2 miles long (South Fork Grays to Highway 4) Naselle River - North Fork, Pacific County, 12 miles away       Class III-IV(V+) - 5 miles long (Quarry to Brock Creek) Chehalis River - West Fork, Lewis County, 14 miles away       Class IV - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River) Chehalis River, Lewis County, 16 miles away       Class III-IV - 11.8 miles long (West Fork to Pe Ell) Chehalis River, Lewis County, 18 miles away       Class II - 6 miles long (Pe Ell to Doty) Chehalis River - East Fork, Lewis County, 18 miles away       Class III - 3 miles long (mile 3 to Chehalis River) Elochoman River, Wahkiakum County, 19 miles away       Class II-III+ - 11 miles long (North Fork to Beaver Creek hatchery) Chehalis River, Lewis County, 24 miles away       Class II - 3.2 miles long (Rainbow Falls to Meeskill) Germany Creek, Cowlitz County, 28 miles away       Class III+ - 3.3 miles long (Road 1300 to end of county road) Nehalem River, Clatsop/ Tillamook County, 28 miles away       Class III - 14.2 miles long (Spruce Run Park to Nehalem Falls)   Ski Areas Near Grays River: Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 76 miles away, 800 foot drop, 3 lifts, 10 runs   Marinas Near Grays River: Elochman Slough Marina, Cathlamet , 13 miles away   Beaches Near Grays River: Westport Beach, Clatsop , 15 miles away Jones Beach, Columbia , 19 miles away   Hotels Near Grays River: The Villa At Little Cape Horn, Cathlamet , 13 miles away Hampton Inn - Suites Astoria, Astoria , 21 miles away Comfort Suites Columbia River, Astoria , 21 miles away Franklin Street Station BandB, Astoria , 23 miles away Hotel Elliott, Astoria , 23 miles away   Campgrounds Near Grays River: Skamokawa Vista City Park, Skamokawa, 7 miles away Tunerville, Grays River, 7 miles away Lewis-pacific Swiss Society, Lebam, 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Grays River: Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 23 miles away Saddle Mountain State Park, Oregon , 21 miles away Rainbow Falls State Park, Washington , 23 miles away Fort Columbia State Park, Washington , 28 miles away   Golf Courses Near Grays River: Skyline Golf Course, Cathlamet , 15 miles away Willapa Harbor Golf Course, Raymond , 20 miles away   Lakes Near Grays River Fishhawk Lake, Clatsop , 20 miles away