Rough and Ready Creek
Siskiyou National Forest to Hwy 199
| Difficulty | III+ |
| Length | 4.3 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Reach Info Last Updated | January 29, 2020 |
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The Siskiyou Mountains in Southwestern Oregon give rise to iconic wild rivers like the Wild and Scenic Illinois, Rogue, Chetco and North Fork Smith Rivers. The region is known for its stunningly clear rivers, salmon strongholds, unique and rich biodiversity, and outstanding opportunities for angling and backcountry whitewater adventures. [...]Read More
River Description
Tributary of the Illinois that flows thru the same geologic feature of the North Fork Smith (Josephine Ophiolite) with a lot of the same features--long shallow boulder gardens and bedrock ledge drops with amazingly clear water and some good surf waves at higher flows.
Hazards: Be aware of the low head dam towards the end of the run which has been the site of a boating fatality. The dam's location is easy to spot by the pool backed up behind it. Eddy out and portage/scout left. A far left or right line is possible but stay out of the center.
Video of whitewater on Rough and Ready Creek: http://vimeo.com/18314475
River Features
Seats Dam
Lowhead dam presents a hazard.
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Trip Reports
Log in to add a reportChrissy running a typical rapid on Rough and Ready Creek.