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Tributary - Layng Creek, Rujada Campground Whitewater Kayaking & Canoeing Trip on the Willamette River



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Tributary - Layng Creek, Rujada Campground Info
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Put In:  Rujada Campground
Take Out:  above Wildwood Falls
Difficulty:  Class III , Class IV , Class V Pool Drop
Gradient:  42 fpm
Run Length:  4.5 miles
Good Level:  750 - 4,000 cfs
Streamflow Comments:  No gauge exists for this creek. The minimum flow for this creek is when the Row River above Dorena Lake gauge reads 1,000 cfs. The optimum flow for this creek is 2,000 - 4,000 cfs on the Row River above Dorena Lake gauge.
Season Comments:  January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Primary Season:  Rainy, this creek usually runs after a few days of heavy rain.
Permit:  None presently required
Character/Similar To:  Pool Drop class III-V in a forested canyon. Narrow twisting ledge drops at low flows, technical big water at flood stage.
Hazards:  Scout or portage The Plunger Rapid .5 miles into the run. Scout each drop for strainers. At high water this run is very unforgiving to the unaware boater.
Water Craft:  kayak
Land Ownership:  Public forest, possible private logging roads.
Wilderness:  Yes
Camping on River:  Rujada Campground at the put in.
Location:  In the Pacific Region (OR), 102 miles (1 hour 58 minutes) South of Salem
Shuttle Logistics: 

Take Out: From I-5 take exit 174 near Cottage Grove, follow Row River Road east for 16 miles. Turn left onto Lower Brice Creek Road at the signs to Wildwood Falls. Follow this road for .8 miles until the 16 ft. waterfall is reached.

Put In: From the take out continue upriver on Lower Brice Creek Road until the intersection with National Forest Road 17, turn left and continue 1.5 miles to Rujada Campground.





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