North Santiam River - Mill City to Mehama

Description

This "lower" run has less whitewater, more houses, and more people (during the summer) than the run upstream (Packsaddle Park to Mill City).  The river takes on a more urban feel here and the lack of any "major" rapids makes this a common training ground for up and coming Kayakers, open canoists, and families looking for a summer float.

It is worth noting that at high water this run is swift, cold, and filled with plenty of waves and deserves class III attention.

Fisherman's Bend park has a nice takeout that makes for a shorter trip.  The Park has no entry fee.