Klamath River Family Travel Information

Accomodations

Grants Pass Oregon

If you are coming from the North or will already be in Grants Pass Oregon meeting us at our shop, the Rogue River Center at 210 Merlin Rd, Merlin OR. is your best plan. If you are going to meet us at the Rogue River Center we suggest these local accommodations.
Redwood Motel in Grants Pass 888-535-8824
Shiloh Inn Grants Pass Oregon 541-479-8391
La Quinta Inn Grants Pass Oregon 541-472-1808

Yreka California

If you are coming from the South, Sacramento or the Bay Area, it is easier to spend the night in Yreka California and the drive into Happy Camp in the morning. While staying in Yreka leaves you with an hour and a half drive in the morning it has many more lodging opportunities than Happy Camp. In Yreka we recommend
Miners Inn/Best Western 530-842-4355

Klamath River Camping

If you want to camp in the Happy Camp area the night before or after your trip there are several campgrounds in the Kalmath River corridor. The one we prefere and the one closest to the meeting place in the morning is Curly Jack Campground

Packing

On the first morning your guides will hand out equipment for you to use during the trip. The first item is a dry bag (18"x36") about the size of a medium duffle. This is where all of your personal items for the trip will go, including your sleeping bag, so pack conservatively. These dry bags will be riding in your boat and when sealed correctly will not leak. However, if sealed incorrectly they may let water in. We strongly suggest that all items of significant value such as expensive jewelry be left at home. We will also supply a day bag to store items like cameras to easily access during the day which the guide will seal and then carry in his boat. When packing consider your susceptibility to sunburn and pack on-the-water clothing to match. Nylon pants can be great on-the-water clothing to help prevent sunburn. For a more detailed list of what to bring on your Klamath River rafting trip please check out the packing list page on the website and look under multi-day camping trips.

Klamath River Weather

Southern Oregon and Northern California are known for great summer weather. The Klamath River is especially known for hot weather making swimming ideal. While rain does occasionally sneak in during the summer months it is rare and usually only stays for a short time. Averages are:
May High (F)76 Low (F)41 Avg. Rainfall 1.55 in.
June High (F)84 Low (F)47 Avg. Rainfall .66 in.
July High (F)92 Low (F)51 Avg. Rainfall .31 in.
August High (F)92 Low (F)51 Avg. Rainfall .54 in.