Nehalem
3) Spruce Run to Salmonberry River
| Difficulty | II |
| Length | 8.1 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Gauge | Nehalem River Near Foss, or |
| Flow Rate as of 44 minutes | 537 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | May 7, 2024 |
River Description
This is a great class II run that can be enjoyed during the winter rains. Little Falls, a class II+ at moderate flows, is the most challenging rapid. As you approach the take-out at the Salmonberry confluence the river passes through a scenic gorge. The take-out is recognized by the railroad bridge.
River Features
Spruce Run Campground Put-In
Distance: 0 mi
Access at the campground on river left at the Spruce Run Campground.
Little Falls
Class: II+Distance: 0.9 mi
Rapid
A small ledge drop. Located at USGS River Mile 29.2.
Take Out
Distance: 8.13 mi
Take Out
Take out on river left at the railroad bridge at the confluence where the Salmonberry joins the Nehalem.
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Bridge crossing the Nehalem River. Take-out for the Spruce Campground to Salmonberry run.