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Access Site WA

Oakville - Chehalis River

Chehalis River

Source: washington_department_of_fish_and_wildlife Updated 1 year ago

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City: Oakville, WA
County: Grays Harbor County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.85015884, -123.25328455
121 Elma Gate Rd W, Oakville, WA 98568, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Chehalis River at Porter, WA Same River 6.8 mi away
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Chehalis River near Rochester, WA Same River 7 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Chehalis River
3 runs
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II Downstream from here (15.2 mi to put-in) 3 - Rainbow Falls to Meeskill
4.0 mi
II Upstream from here (15.2 mi from take-out) 2 - Pe Ell to Doty
5.9 mi
III-IV Upstream from here (19.7 mi from take-out) 1 - West Fork to Pe Ell
13.8 mi 42 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Oakville access point is a reliable year-round launch for paddlers and small trailered boats on the Chehalis River. Located just west of the river bridge off East Elma Gate Road (Highway 12), the site features a single-lane concrete ramp positioned in a protected back-eddy, making it easier to launch and load in varying water conditions. The ramp has a moderate slope and is suitable for both hand launches and small motorized craft.

Facilities at this access include ample gravel parking and restroom amenities, making it convenient for day trips or longer outings. The launch is situated within the Davis Creek Wildlife Area Unit and is open to the public year-round. This makes Oakville an accessible starting point for exploring this section of the Chehalis River, whether you're launching a canoe, kayak, or small boat.