Take Out

This take-out site on Beaver Creek in Troutdale provides access to a significant whitewater section of a large river system. Beaver Creek drains a substantial 13,602 square mile watershed and maintains an average flow of about 59 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 2.18 feet per second. The creek drops approximately 2,246 feet in elevation across its 119-mile length, creating an 18.8 foot per mile average gradient that generates consistent whitewater conditions suitable for paddling.

The take-out location near Troutdale is strategically positioned on a large river system classified as Stream Order 7, indicating a mature waterway with considerable volume and flow characteristics. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the fast current and gradient typical of this section. The site's proximity to the mouth of the creek system (3,318 miles from the river mouth according to NHDPlus data) indicates it serves as an access point for mid to lower sections of the waterway.

Boaters planning to use this take-out should verify current water conditions and flow rates, as the creek's characteristics can vary seasonally. The location in Multnomah County provides access to a significant paddling resource in the Pacific Northwest region.