Lower Deschutes
Maupin, Oregon
Kayak and Whitewater
The Lower Deschutes is probably Oregon's most popular overnight float trip and is a classic among fishermen. Experienced river runners will find this to be a mellow trip but a few class III rapids particularly those in the last few miles deserve attention. While this can be a great beginner trip, inexperienced river runners get themselves into trouble every year.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Maupin, Oregon
- Head northeast on US-197 S/Deschutes Ave toward 5th StContinue to follow US-197 S(1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto BLM Access Rd/Deschutes River RdDestination will be on the right(3.8 mi)
Good paved road access is available to Sherars Falls which is about half an hour from Maupin (your closest stop for last minute supplies). The uppermost put-in downstream of Sherars Falls is located at Buckhollow Day Use Area (river mile 42.8). Although there are other access points the most popular access for a weekend overnight trip is Macks Canyon (river mile 23.9). This requires a 20 mile drive down the dirt road along river right from Sherars Falls.
