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The Applegate Paddling Club encourages all members and visitors to be well-informed before getting on the water. Please utilize the following resources for official regulations, access information, and current river conditions.
Your personal safety is your responsibility. Always check flows and weather before launching.
American Whitewater (AW)— Resources, difficulty ratings, and information primarily focused on whitewater sections.
Applegate River Flow Data (USGS Gauges):
Applegate River Near Applegate, OR — Provides real-time streamflow and water temperature data.
Applegate River Near Wilderville, OR — Provides real-time streamflow data for the lower river.
Applegate Dam & Lake Conditions — Current reservoir levels and general visitor information.
Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) — The official site for state-wide boating regulations, safety guidelines, and required equipment (such as life jackets and whistles).
Waterway Access Permit — Information regarding the required permit for non-motorized boats operating in Oregon.
These agencies manage the public lands and recreation sites along the Applegate River and surrounding areas.
Applegate Lake — Information on lake conditions, rentals, and general visitor information.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) - Medford District — Information on managed recreation sites, including the Provolt Recreation Site.
Jackson County Parks — Information on parks like Cantrall Buckley Park, including amenities, fees, and reservation details.
Josephine County Parks — Information on river access and facilities on the Josephine County side, such as Fish Hatchery Park.
U.S. Forest Service - Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest (RRSNF) — Find details on access points, campgrounds (like Jackson Campground), and recreation areas in the upper watershed.
American Whitewater (AW)— Resources, difficulty ratings, and information primarily focused on whitewater sections.
American Canoe Association (ACA) — A national resource for paddling education, safety courses, and instruction.
Applegate Partnership & Watershed Council — A great starting point for general information about the health of the watershed and ways to get involved in stewardship.
Friends of Cantrall Buckley Park / A Greater Applegate — Learn about community enhancement projects, volunteer opportunities, and the park that hosts one of the river's most popular access points.
McKee Bridge Historical Society — Learn about the history of the beautiful covered bridge and the surrounding Upper Applegate Valley, a popular destination for paddlers.
Wander Applegate — an invaluable resource for exploring the entire Applegate Valley.
Access this comprehensive online recreation map and planner to easily locate nearby points of interest, trails, and public access areas managed by the BLM and U.S. Forest Service. It's an excellent tool for visualizing the area, planning your route, and finding information about the broader recreational opportunities available to you before you head out.