Put In

Brice Creek Put In is a whitewater access point located in Lane County, Oregon, serving paddlers accessing a medium-sized river system. The creek features a modest gradient of approximately 0.5 feet per mile with an average flow of about 97 cubic feet per second, making it suitable for intermediate paddlers. The water body spans 16.70 miles total with an elevation drop of 9 feet, indicating consistent but not extreme whitewater characteristics.

Paddlers should be aware that Brice Creek is classified as a Stream Order 4 river with a drainage area of 71 square miles, suggesting reliable water levels during most seasons. The average water velocity of 1.52 feet per second indicates moderate current conditions typical of Class II-III whitewater. This put-in provides access to a relatively uncomplicated paddling section with predictable hydrology.

The coordinates place this access point at the upper reaches of the Brice Creek drainage, approximately 51 miles from the river mouth. Boaters should check current water conditions and seasonal flow patterns before launching, as flows can vary significantly between seasons.