Rogue
1. Lost Creek Reservoir to Gold Ray Dam (up to 31.6 miles)
| Difficulty | II |
| Length | 30.9 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 13 fpm |
| Gauge | Rogue River Near Mcleod, or |
| Flow Rate as of 29 minutes | 1430 cfsrunnable |
| Reach Info Last Updated | June 14, 2020 |
The Rogue River was among the nation’s original Wild and Scenic Rivers designated in 1968. Recreational opportunities abound from the Lost Creek Reservoir to the Pacific Ocean. Above the reservoir the North Fork along with other tributaries have been harnessed for hydropower. American Whitewater has successfully advocated for flows [...]Read More
Mellow whitewater popular as a day trip for self-guided floaters throughout the summer.
The 13 mile section of this reach upstream of Shady Grove has become popular as a summer float for self-guided trips.
Logistics: Lost Creek Dam is located at river mile 157.5, elevation 1572' (at the base). The most upstream put-in is at the McGregor boat ramp just downstream of the fish barrier dam. To reach this put-in head north on Highway 62 to mile 29.1. Turn left before crossing the Rogue River and head upstream along river right 0.5 mile to the McGregor Recreation Area. Turn right onto Cole M. Rivers Drive following the signs for the fish hatchery. In 0.2 mile you will be at the McGregor Boat Ramp.
Access is available at Casey State Park at Highway 62 mile 29.
Access is available at Rogue Elk Park at Highway 62 mile 25.7.
A popular take-out for day runs on this section is available in the town of Shady Cove. To reach this boat ramp head to Highway 62 mile 20.1 (on the north side of the bridge across the Rogue River) and turn onto Rogue River Drive headed downstream. Continue 0.1 mile to Shady Cove County Park.
Dodge Bridge County Park provides ramp access at Highway 234 mile 15.8 where you turn onto Rogue River Drive. In 0.2 miles you turn onto Dodge Bridge Road and follow it 0.2 miles down to the river and a put-in in the park on the upstream river right side of the bridge.
Table Rock Road bridge has an access site with ramp on the downstream river right side of the bridge.
The former Gold Ray Dam site is located at river mile 125.9, elevation 1145' (at the crest). From I-5 exit 35 take Blackwell Road 1.5 miles northwest to Gold Ray Road. Take Gold Ray road 1.4 miles to Gold Ray Dam site.
This federal flood control dam regulates flows on this reach.
Access on river right downstream of the fish barrier dam below Lost Creek Dam.
Access on river right downstream of the Highway 62 Bridge.
Latitude 42°39'20', Longitude 122°42'50'
Drainage: 938 sq.mi.
Elevation: 1,489'
Access on river right at the Elk River confluence.
Access on river right in Shady Cove.
Access on the downstream river right side of the Table Rock Road Bridge.
Take out on river left on Gold Ray Road at the site of the former Gold Ray Dam.
Sep 11, 2008
Rogue River below Lost Creek Reservoir.
