Access Site
WA
Rock Creek Park
City: Bates, WA
County: Klickitat County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.71949571, -120.46140409
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
John Day River at McDonald Ferry, OR
9.4 mi away
Columbia River, Right Bank, near Cliffs, WA
12.1 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Rock Creek
3 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Rock Creek Park is a day-use recreation area located near Bates in Klickitat County, Washington, offering public access to Rock Creek. The site features a concrete boat ramp suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats, along with a parking area, restroom facilities, and picnic amenities. This access point serves as a convenient launching location for paddlers and boaters exploring the area.
The park is part of the John Day Lock and Dam recreation area system along Lake Umatilla. Before paddling, check current water conditions and any seasonal restrictions, as water levels and flow can vary significantly depending on dam operations. The facility is open year-round and operates on a day-use basis, making it ideal for half-day or full-day outings rather than overnight camping.
The park is part of the John Day Lock and Dam recreation area system along Lake Umatilla. Before paddling, check current water conditions and any seasonal restrictions, as water levels and flow can vary significantly depending on dam operations. The facility is open year-round and operates on a day-use basis, making it ideal for half-day or full-day outings rather than overnight camping.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
This recreation area is part of John Day Lock and Dam, Lake Umatilla
Nearby Recreation Areas
John Day Lock and Dam, Lake Umatilla
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