Oregon Whitewater
NORTH FORK GATE CREEK
STREAMFLOW: 4,050 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
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The North Fork Gate Creek, located in southwestern Oregon, is a popular whitewater river run among kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 600 and 2000 cfs, with the best times for rafting being in late spring and early summer.
The North Fork Gate Creek is a class III-IV river, meaning it has moderate to difficult rapids with high waves and narrow passages. The segment mileage is approximately 5.5 miles, and the run takes around 2-3 hours to complete.
There are specific river rapids and obstacles on the North Fork Gate Creek that are notable. One of the most well-known rapids is called "Pegasus," which is a class IV rapid with a steep drop and a tight chute. Another notable rapid is "Guardian," a class III rapid with a large rock in the center that requires precise navigation.
There are specific regulations to the area that kayakers and rafters must be aware of. The North Fork Gate Creek is located in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest and is subject to regulations set forth by the Forest Service. A permit is required for commercial rafting operations, and all river users must adhere to Leave No Trace principles.
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The North Fork Gate Creek, located in southwestern Oregon, is a popular whitewater river run among kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 600 and 2000 cfs, with the best times for rafting being in late spring and early summer.
The North Fork Gate Creek is a class III-IV river, meaning it has moderate to difficult rapids with high waves and narrow passages. The segment mileage is approximately 5.5 miles, and the run takes around 2-3 hours to complete.
There are specific river rapids and obstacles on the North Fork Gate Creek that are notable. One of the most well-known rapids is called "Pegasus," which is a class IV rapid with a steep drop and a tight chute. Another notable rapid is "Guardian," a class III rapid with a large rock in the center that requires precise navigation.
There are specific regulations to the area that kayakers and rafters must be aware of. The North Fork Gate Creek is located in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest and is subject to regulations set forth by the Forest Service. A permit is required for commercial rafting operations, and all river users must adhere to Leave No Trace principles.
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Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
River Levels | 2990 cfs (1.67 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 78% |
Reporting Streamgauge | MCKENZIE RIVER NEAR VIDA, OR |
Elevation | 861 ft. |
River | Mckenzie-River |
Watershed | Mckenzie |
Nearby Camping
Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Winberry | 7 | 1,451 ft | |||
Bedrock | 23 | 1,079 ft | |||
Broken Bowl | 16 | 1,062 ft | |||
Puma | 11 | 1,144 ft | |||
Cascara State Park | 47 | 877 ft | |||
Big Pool | 5 | 976 ft | |||
Dolly Varden | 5 | 1,007 ft | |||
Cascadia State Park | Numerous | 869 ft | |||
River Bend County Park | 45 | 709 ft |
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