Coyote Evans Wayside

Coyote Evans Wayside provides boat access to the Rogue River near Grants Pass, a major river system in southwestern Oregon. The Rogue is a substantial waterway with a drainage area of over 5,000 square miles and an average flow of approximately 11,500 cubic feet per second. With an average gradient of 24.2 feet per mile, this section of the river has moderate current typical of a major river system that flows 216 miles to the Pacific Ocean.

Boaters using this access point should be prepared for fast-moving water with an average velocity of 4.61 feet per second. The Rogue River in the Grants Pass area is popular with rafters, kayakers, and drift boaters due to its scenic canyon sections and accessible rapids. Water conditions can vary significantly with seasonal flows and dam releases upstream, so checking current conditions before launching is essential.

This wayside serves as a convenient access point for the middle section of the Rogue River. Paddlers should have intermediate to advanced river skills, as the current and potential obstacles require experience in river navigation. The area around Grants Pass has multiple access points and is a well-established hub for Rogue River recreation.