Washington whitewater, Skokomish River - South Fork Mason county, Browns Creek to Vance Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     11 miles   This section of Skokomish River - South Fork in Mason County is 11 miles long and it is classified as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Washington and the water flowing gracefully down Skokomish River - South Fork are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Washington is often more difficult than elsewhere, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable.     There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. If you're coming from Shelton it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater paddling here in the Olympic Mountains is a great experience. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near.   The Browns Creek to Vance Creek section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove. Briefly about the general area: Lake Cushman State Park is both great and pretty, and it's in the vicinity of Skokomish River - South Fork, and this is a popular location for folks from Hoodsport. Life's too short to enjoy all the fun stuff in the Olympic Mountains. When you're here at Skokomish River - South Fork it's always fun to go to Potlatch State Park. Summertime brings highs in the 70's to Skokomish River - South Fork. Skokomish River - South Fork, Browns Creek to Vance Creek 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 Skokomish River - South Fork.   Whitewater Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Skokomish River - South Fork, Mason County, 3 miles away       Class IV-V - 11 miles long (Browns Creek to Vance Creek) Vance Creek, Mason County, 6 miles away       Class IV - 3.5 miles long (FS 2350 to Vance Creek Bridge) Skokomish River - North Fork, Mason County, 8 miles away       Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Staircase to Lake Cushman) Baker Creek, Mason County County, 10 miles away       Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Old Bridge to Middle Satsop) Hamma Hamma River, Mason County, 11 miles away       Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Boulder Creek to Hamma Hamma Campground) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason County, 11 miles away       Class III+(IV) - 6.5 miles long (Walter Creek to Baker Creek) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason County, 12 miles away       Class IV-V - 1.3 miles long (Baker Creek to road off Kelly Hall Road) Skokomish River - North Fork, Mason County, 12 miles away       Class V+ - 5.6 miles long (Seven Stream to Staircase) Satsop River - Middle Fork, Mason/Grays Harbor County, 13 miles away       Class II - 17.2 miles long (Access off Kelly Hall Road to Tornow Road) Satsop River - East Fork, Mason County, 13 miles away       Class II - 8.2 miles long (Simpson Hatchery to Cook Creek)   Ski Areas Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Hurricane Ridge Ski Lodge, Washington , 33 miles away, 800 foot drop, 3 lifts, 10 runs Cypress Mountain, British Columbia , 95 miles away, 2410 foot drop, 9 lifts, 52 runs Grouse Mountain, British Columbia , 96 miles away, 1260 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs Mount Seymour, British Columbia , 97 miles away, 1083 foot drop, 5 lifts, 23 runs   Hotels Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Super 8 Shelton, Shelton , 12 miles away Little Creek Casino Resort, Shelton , 16 miles away Stay Beyond Inn And Suites, Elma , 18 miles away Lucky Eagle Casino And Hotel, Rochester , 27 miles away GuestHouse Inn & Suites Montes, Montesano , 28 miles away   Campgrounds Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Brown Creek Campground, Mason County, 4 miles away Lebar Horse Camp, Lilliwaup, 4 miles away Lake Cushman Resort, Hoodsport, 6 miles away   Public Lands Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Olympic National Park, Port Angeles - WA , 36 miles away Fort Clatsop National Memorial, Astoria - OR , 67 miles away Lake Cushman State Park, Washington , 7 miles away Potlatch State Park, Washington , 9 miles away Schafer State Park, Washington , 18 miles away   Golf Courses Near Skokomish River - South Fork: Lake Cushman Golf Course, Hoodsport , 6 miles away Lake Limerick Country Club, Shelton , 16 miles away Bayshore Golf Club, Shelton , 17 miles away   Lakes Near Skokomish River - South Fork Lake Cushman, Mason , 5 miles away Lake Standstill, Mason , 6 miles away Mildred Lakes, Mason , 9 miles away