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Washington whitewater, Little Washougal River
Clark
county,
Boulder Creek to Washougal River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-III(IV) 6.8 miles
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The put-in location is a short drive from Portland-Vancouver-Beaverton, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. This stretch of Little Washougal River is 6.8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III(IV) section. On this section you do get some distance, it's good length for a morning trip. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers |
here a bit more challenging, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. Some people prefer whitewater
| rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling spots. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The scenic beauty of Washington and the water flowing gracefully down Little Washougal River will make you feel great. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Boulder Creek | |
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to Washougal River section is one of them. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The beauty of the Northern Cascade Range is a great plus for this river.
Briefly about the general area: This is a popular
location for folks from Washougal, and you certainly ought to go to Lewis and Clark State Park since you're here. So many exciting things in the Northern Cascade Range, just tremendous. Nothing beats kicking back at Sundial
Beach, and Dabney State Park is both delightful and gorgeous. This river is always fun. During the warmest time of the year highs here at Little Washougal River reach the 70's with nighttime lows in the 40's.
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Little Washougal River, Boulder Creek to Washougal River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
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Stats
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Weather
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These outdoors activities are available near Little Washougal River. |
| Whitewater Near Little Washougal River:
Little Washougal River, Clark County, 2 miles away Class II-III(IV) - 6.8 miles long (Boulder Creek to Washougal River) |
Washougal River, Clark/ Skamania County, 2 miles away Class III-IV - 7.3 miles long (Highway 140 to Washougal) |
Lewis River - East Fork, Clark County, 9 miles away Class III-V - 2.7 miles long (Rock Creek to Moulton Falls Park) |
Lewis River - East Fork, Clark County, 10 miles away Class III+(V) - 11.5 miles long (Moulton Falls to Lewisville Park) |
Lewis River - East Fork, Clark County, 10 miles away Class IV(V) - 4 miles long (Sunset Falls to bl. Horshoe Falls) |
Copper Creek, Skamania/Clark County, 11 miles away Class IV-V - 6.1 miles long (road's end to East Fork Lewis) |
Fly Creek, Clark County, 12 miles away Class V+ - 5.5 miles long (Little Fly Creek to Canyon Creek) |
Sandy River, Clackamas / Multnomah County, 13 miles away Class II - 13.5 miles long (Revenue Bridge to Oxbow Park) |
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| Ski Areas Near Little Washougal River:
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Oregon
, 43 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 9 lifts, 65 runs |
Timberline Lodge, Oregon
, 46 miles away, 3590 foot drop, 6 lifts, 32 runs |
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon
, 49 miles away, 2777 foot drop, 12 lifts, 87 runs |
Cooper Spur, Oregon
, 52 miles away, 500 foot drop, 2 lifts, 10 runs |
Hoodoo, Oregon
, 68 miles away, 1035 foot drop, 6 lifts, 30 runs |
White Pass, Washington
, 81 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 6 lifts, 32 runs |
Crystal Mountain, Washington
, 86 miles away, 3100 foot drop, 11 lifts, 50 runs |
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon
, 91 miles away, 3365 foot drop, 13 lifts, 71 runs |
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| Hotels Near Little Washougal River:
Best Western Plus Parkersville Inn & Suites, Washougal
, 4 miles away |
Comfort Inn Columbia Gorge Gateway, Troutdale
, 6 miles away |
Holiday Inn Express PORTLAND EAST - TROUTDALE, Troutdale
, 6 miles away |
Travelodge East Portland/Gresham, Troutdale
, 8 miles away |
Best Western Plus Cascade Inn & Suites, Troutdale
, 8 miles away |
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| Trails Near Little Washougal River:
Washougal Trail, Skamania
, 16 miles away, 3.6 hiking miles, 2131 feet elevation difference |
Horseshoe Ridge Trail, Skamania
, 19 miles away, 4.8 hiking miles, 2830 feet elevation difference |
Green Leaf Trail, Skamania
, 20 miles away, 2.9 hiking miles, 727 feet elevation difference |
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| Public Lands Near Little Washougal River:
Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA
, 58 miles away |
Lewis and Clark State Park, Oregon
, 5 miles away |
Dabney State Park, Oregon
, 5 miles away |
Portland Women's Forum State Park, Oregon
, 7 miles away |
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