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Put In is a whitewater put-in access point on Horse Creek in Lane County, Oregon. This is a significant stream classified as a large river with a drainage area of 314 square miles and an average gradient of 32.3 feet per mile, indicating moderately swift moving water suitable for whitewater paddling. The creek originates in the higher elevation areas and flows through a substantial elevation drop of 856 feet over its 26.47-mile length, creating conditions that vary depending on water levels and seasonal flow.
The location sits near the headwaters of Horse Creek, where water moves at an average velocity of 1.85 feet per second with an average flow of 22.11 cubic feet per second. These characteristics suggest swift current conditions that require paddling experience. The access point serves as a put-in for boaters looking to run whitewater sections of the creek, though paddlers should be aware of the stream's significant gradient and current velocity before launching.