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Washington whitewater, Snoqualmie River - South Fork
King
county,
I-90 Exit 52 to Denny Creek Campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS IV-V 1.5 miles
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The average Washington whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. If you're coming from Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. The I-90 Exit 52 to Denny Creek Campground section of Snoqualmie River - South Fork is 1.5 |
miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. No need to look hard for hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking
| there are lots of good places for that around here. The scenic beauty of Washington and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the I-90 Exit 52 to Denny Creek Campground stretch is just one | |
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of many. The beautiful Northern Cascade Range scenery is an added bonus. This is a pretty short section so better bring some good walking shoes.
Briefly about the general area: Franklin Falls is an inspiring site
to stop at while you're here. Snoqualmie River - South Fork is right by the Annette Lake Trail, and some out of the ordinary geology is available here, The Tooth is right here. This is such a great river. Take a hike on
the Middle Fork Trail, and while you're here you will meet lots of people from close by Snoqualmie Pass. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Keekwulee Falls, and you can never get enough of the great skiing at Alpental.
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Snoqualmie River - South Fork, I-90 Exit 52 to Denny Creek Campground 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 Snoqualmie River - South Fork. |
| Ski Areas Near Snoqualmie River - South Fork:
Alpental, Washington
, 1 miles away, 2280 foot drop, 5 lifts, 19 runs |
Summit at Snoqualmie, Washington
, 2 miles away, 2280 foot drop, 26 lifts, 96 runs |
Stevens Pass, Washington
, 16 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 10 lifts, 37 runs |
Crystal Mountain, Washington
, 23 miles away, 3100 foot drop, 11 lifts, 50 runs |
White Pass, Washington
, 37 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 6 lifts, 32 runs |
Mt.Baker, Washington
, 69 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 8 lifts, 38 runs |
Mission Ridge, Washington
, 72 miles away, 2250 foot drop, 6 lifts, 36 runs |
Cooper Spur, Oregon
, 95 miles away, 500 foot drop, 2 lifts, 10 runs |
Echo Valley, Washington
, 98 miles away, 900 foot drop, 4 lifts, 8 runs |
Mt. Hood Meadows, Oregon
, 99 miles away, 2777 foot drop, 12 lifts, 87 runs |
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| Hotels Near Snoqualmie River - South Fork:
Salish Lodge Spa, Snoqualmie
, 28 miles away |
Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum
, 32 miles away |
Best Western Snowcap Lodge, Cle Elum
, 35 miles away |
Timber Lodge Inn, Cle Elum
, 36 miles away |
Econo Lodge Near Suncadia Resort, Cle Elum
, 37 miles away |
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| Trails Near Snoqualmie River - South Fork:
Annette Lake Trail, King
, 3 miles away, 4.6 hiking miles, 1906 feet elevation difference |
Middle Fork Trail, King
, 4 miles away, 12.2 hiking miles, 903 feet elevation difference |
Pratt Lake Trail, King
, 5 miles away, 8 hiking miles, 2378 feet elevation difference |
Mount Defiance Trail, King
, 8 miles away, 13.2 hiking miles, 1672 feet elevation difference |
Pacific Crest Trail - section 25, overlapping
, 10 miles away, 119.9 hiking miles, 3706 feet elevation difference |
Snowshoe Butte Trail, King
, 10 miles away, 1.5 hiking miles, 1588 feet elevation difference |
Sawmill Ridge Trail, King
, 11 miles away, 6.9 hiking miles, 4040 feet elevation difference |
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| Public Lands Near Snoqualmie River - South Fork:
Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford - WA
, 49 miles away |
Olallie State Park, Washington
, 15 miles away |
Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington
, 17 miles away |
Lake Easton State Park, Washington
, 18 miles away |
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