Umpqua River (North): Segment 2, Horseshoe Bend to Gravel Bin
This is one of the commonly run class 3-4 stretches of the Wild and Scenic North Umpqua River in central Oregon. It features numerous class 2-3 rapids, a couple of class 4 rapids (depending on flow), surf waves, clear and cold water, and excellent scenery.
FLOW
- USGSGauge: N Umpqua River Abv Copeland CK NR Toketee Falls,or - 14316500
- 750-2000 cfs: Class III-IV River
- 800-1,400 cfs: Class I II-IV. Recommended
Put-in
- Horseshoe Bend Campground: Oregon Highway 138, approximately 43 miles east of Roseburg , Oregon.
Take-out
- Gravel Bin Raft Take-out: 43.341710513169005, -122.72518944659753, Oregon Highway 138, approximately 37 miles east of Roseburg , Oregon.
On the River
This is a fun river stretch that makes a great Class III-IV run. Some rapids of note are Eiffel Tower (class 3+ to 4), Alligator (class 3-) which is just above Pinball (class 3+-4). Most of this run can not be scouted from the road. There are some excellent surfing spots, countless rocks, eddies, fun drops, and fast current.
Notes
- Gradient: 37 feet/mile
- Learn more on American Whitewater Umpqua, North - 2. Soda Springs to Deadline Falls
- Another excellent source of beta is Soggy Sneakers, 5th Edition, trip #49
- BLM provides this River Map kiosk at the boat launches
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- Suitable Activities: Packrafting
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Class IV River
- Length: 8.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: -300 ft
- Land Manager: Umpqua National Forest
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 6
- Maximum Party Size: 8
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 14
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