Take Out

This take-out site on Thomas Creek in Linn County provides river access for whitewater paddlers completing runs on a significant tributary system. Thomas Creek is a large river (stream order 7) with substantial gradient and flow characteristics suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The creek drains 145 square miles with an average flow of 591.60 cubic feet per second and maintains an average gradient of 84.7 feet per mile, indicating consistent whitewater features throughout the system.

As a take-out location specifically, this site serves paddlers exiting the river after upstream runs. The total elevation drop of 3,655 feet across the creek's 43-mile length creates sustained whitewater conditions that appeal to kayakers and canoeists seeking dynamic river experiences. The average water velocity of 2.38 feet per second combined with the steep gradient means paddlers should expect moving water and active current conditions typical of whitewater creeks in the Willamette Valley region.

Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the creek's technical nature and current strength. The site's specific amenities and facilities are not detailed in the available data, so contact local paddling organizations or the managing agency for current information about parking, restrooms, and access conditions.