River

County

Reach

Length (miles)

Year Listed/ Updated

ORVs

Description

Other States

Nehalem River

Tillamook, Clatsop, Columbia, Washington

Entire length

114

1982

F

Long, major coastal river; some meanders and occasional floodplain area. Salmon and steelhead resource; mouth at Nehalem Bay has large tidal area and other estuarine features.

Nehalem River

Washington, Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook

Headwaters to confluence with Nehalem Bay

114

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

Nestucca River

Tillamook, Yamhill

From the lower end of Old Meadow Lake downstream to tidewater

38

1982

F

High flow coastal stream with large flood plain in the lower reaches; some meandering. Very important steelhead and salmon resource. Upper portion quite undeveloped.

Nestucca River

Tillamook, Yamhill

Mouth up to zone of tidal influence

7

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

Wide variety of anadromous and resident fish. Highest producing steelhead stream in Oregon and one of the top producers of salmon.

Nestucca River

Tillamook, Yamhill

RM 7 to RM 15, town of Beaver

8

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

See initial comments

Nestucca River

Tillamook, Yamhill

RM 15 to RM 26, above confluence of Limestone Creek

11

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

See initial comments

Nestucca River

Tillamook, Yamhill

RM 26 to RM 35, National Forest/BLM property boundary

9

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

See initial comments

Nestucca River

Tillamook, Yamhill

RM 35 to RM 47, lower end of Old Meadow Lake

12

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

See initial comments

New River

Coos

Outlet of Floras Lake in Sec. 8, T.31 S., R.15 W. to confluence with Pacific Ocean north of Four Mile Creek in Sec. 35, T.29 S., R.15 W.

10

1993

S

S, G, F, W, O

Parallels Pacific Ocean and confined only by sand substrate. Wild chinook salmon and several federally threatened wildlife species. Several major Native American village sites.

Opal Creek

Marion

Headwaters at Opal Lake in Sec. 17, T.9 S., R.5 E. to confluence with Battle Axe Creek in SW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.8 S., R.5 E., W.M. near Jawbone Flats mining millsite

4

1993

W

S, G, O

Moves through dense stand of old-growth Douglas-fir with predominant understory of vine maple. Stable sculpted bedrock creates many deep, blue-green pools, rapids, and waterfalls.

Paulina Creek

Deschutes

RM 3.6 Forest Boundary to Paulina Lake

8

1993

R

S, G

Contains Newberry caldera, one of largest quaternary volcanoes in continuous United States. Exceptional and awe inspiring falls.

Pistol River, South Fork

Douglas

Headwaters in Sec. 11, T.39 S., R.13 W. to confluence with Pistol River in Sec. 19, T.38 S., R.13 W.

12

1993

R

F, W

Spawning and rearing habitat for steelhead and sea-run cutthroat trout. Marbled murrelet and northern spotted owl, federally listed or proposed as special status species.

Quartzville Creek

Linn

Headwaters in Sec. 35, NE of NW, T.11 S., R.5 E.,to unnamed creek west of Bruler Creek

2

1993

R

S, R, F, W, H

Rapid current flows through large exposed boulders, cascading into deep pools. Stocked fishery of rainbow trout. Rich in mining history and prehistoric sites. Osprey nests and pine marten habitat areas.

Quartzville Creek

Linn

Unnamed creek west of Bruler Creek to Forest boundary.

10

1993

R

S, R, F, W, H

See initial comments

Roaring River, South Fork

Clackamas

Headwaters to Roaring River

5

1993

W

W

Prime quality habitat for Northern Spotted Owl, federally listed threatened species.

Roque River

Jackson, Douglas

The mainstem from its source downstream to Lost Creek Reservoir

34

1982

S, G, F, W

Varied and abundant fishery resource and wildlife habitat. Mountain stream flowing through dense forest, beginning in Crater Lake National Park. Numerous cascades and waterfalls in upper portion. At one point, flows under interesting volcanic natural bridge.

THE SEGMENT FROM THE CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK BOUNDARY TO THE ROGUE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST BOUNDARY WAS ADDED AS A COMPONENT OF THE NATIONAL WILD AND SCENIC rivers SYSTEM ON 10/28/88.

Sandy River

Multnomah, Clackamas

Mt. Hood National Forest Boundary to Marmot Dam

13

1993

R

R, F, C

Sandy River

Multnomah, Clackamas

Marmot Dam to the East boundary of Sec. 36, T. 1S, R. 4E, near Dodge Park

12

1993

R

S, R, F, C

Santiam River, Little North Fork

Marion

Headwaters at confluence of Battle Axe and Opal Creeks in SW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.8 S., R.5 E. to Forest boundary near community of Elkhorn in NE 1/4 of Sec. 32, R.8 S., R.4 E.

8

1993

S

S, G, H

Steep and deeply cut canyon walls. Sculptured bedrock creates many clear pools, rapids and waterfalls. Historic mining district where recreational miners still pan for gold.

Santiam River, Middle

Linn

F.R. 2041 to Western Forest Boundary

6

1993

W

S, G, F

See initial comments

Santiam River, Middle

Linn

Sec. 36, T.12 S., R.5 E. to Forest Road (F.R.) 2041

2

1993

S

S, G, F

Large, high density stands of old-growth timber. Spectacular scenery. Excellent trout fishery. Outstanding opportunities for geological interpretation involving large land flows.

Santiam River, Middle

Linn

Willamette National Forest boundary to slack water in Green Peter Reservoir

7

1993

R

C, O

Santiam River, North

Linn

Big Cliff Dam to Mehema

20

1982/ 1993

S

S, R, F

Santiam River, North

Linn

Mehema to confluence with South Santiam River

38

1993

R

R, F

Santiam River, North

Linn, Marion

From Big Cliff Dam downstream to Mehama, OR

18

1982

R, F

Fish and wildlife resource, particularly salmon and steelhead; recreational boating. Old growth stands of Douglas Fir.

Santiam River, South

Linn

Headwaters of Sevenmile Creek at edge of clearcut in NE 1/4 of Sec. 13, T.14 S., R.5 E. downstream to where stream enters private land in Sec. 9, T.14 S., R.5 E.

4

1993

W

S, F, W, H

Flows through old-growth forest, with steep side canyons and cascading water falls. Native fishing and habitat for elk as well as old growth dependent species such as Pine Marten. Historic Old Santiam Wagon Road parallels most of river.

Santiam River, South

Linn

Confluence with Squaw Creek and Seven Mile Creek where enters Forest Service land in Sec. 5, T.14 S., R.5 E., downstream to western forest boundary

15

1993

R

S, F, W, H

See initial comments

Sharps Creek

Lane

Clark Creek to confluence with Row River

11

1993

R

R

Fishing, camping, swimming, and recreational mining.

Siletz River

Lincoln, Polk

The mainstem, from the confluence of the South Fork downstream to tidewater

43

1982

G, F

Meandering coastal river with some floodplain in the lower reaches. Very interesting, heavily dissected topography with associated dense drainage pattern in the upper section. Very important and increasing steelhead and salmon resource.

Siletz River

Lincoln

Confluence of North and South Forks Siletz River to confluence with Siletz Bay

68

1982/ 1993

R

S, R, F

Siletz River, North Fork

Lincoln

Headwaters to confluence with South Fork Siletz River

9

1993

S

F, W, O

Siltcoose River

Lane

International Paper Company Dam to Pacific Ocean

2

1993

R

G, W

An unusual geologic occurrence- a river in a sand dune complex. Threatened and endangered species and habitat including the snowy plover. Also supports a wide range of special interest/watchable wildlife.

Siuslaw River

Lane

From its source downstream to the confluence with Lake Creek

90

1982

G, F

High flow, major coastal river landscape; highly scenic constricted valleys. Important steelhead and salmon catches.

Siuslaw River

Lane

Junction of North and South Forks to headwaters of North Fork

4

1982/ 1993

R

F

See initial comments

Siuslaw River

Lane

Between confluence of Esmond Creek and Wildcat Creek

13

1982/ 1993

R

R, W

Fishing, watchable wildlife, nature photography, drift boating, and some rafting and canoeing.

Siuslaw River

Lane

Wildcat Creek Launch Site to Clay Creek Campground

22

1982/ 1993

R

F

See initial comments

Siuslaw River

Lane

Clay Creek Campground to Siuslaw Falls

29

1982/ 1993

R

F

See initial comments

Siuslaw River

Lane

Between confluence of Smith Creek and Esmond Creek

46

1982/ 1993

R

F, W

Remnant runs of summer steelhead and chinook, coho, sea run, resident cutthroat trout, and nongame species. Inhabited by spotted owl.

Siuslaw River

Lane

Confluence of Lake Creek to launch site at Wildcat Creek

14

1982/ 1993

R

F

One of this Region's most important anadromous fisheries.

Siuslaw River

Lane

Junction of North and South Forks to source of South Fork

7

1982/ 1993

R

F

See initial comments

Siuslaw River

Lane

Siuslaw Falls to junction of North and South Fork

8

1982/ 1993

R

F

See initial comments

Smith River

Douglas

District boundary in Sec. 6, T.21 S., R.7 W. to confluence with Umpqua River in Sec. 35, T.21 S., R.12 W.

61

1993

R

F, W

Numerous waterfalls and unique sandstone rock formations. Runs of coho, chinook salmon, steelhead, and sea-run cutthroat trout. Bald eagles and northern spotted owls.

Smith River

Douglas

Confluence with South Fork of Smith River (Sec. 31, T.20 S., R.6 W.) to western boundary of district in Sec. 6, T. 21 S., R. 7 W.

18

1993

R

F

Resident and anadromous fish.

Smith River, North Fork

Douglas

Eastern Forest boundary downstream to confluence with Jump Creek

5

1993

R

S, F, W

Has North Fork Falls and Lower Kentucky Falls. Flat bedrock riverbed with many groves of old-growth conifers and moss-covered, overhanging maples along banks. Four wild runs of anadromous fish and wild resident cutthroat trout. Multiple nest sites of northern spotted owl and marbled murrelet (threatened and endangered species).

Smith River, North Fork

Douglas

Confluence with Jump Creek downstream to point where crosses east section line of Sec. 36, T.19 S., R.10 W.

7

1993

S

S, F, W

See initial comments

Smith River, North Fork

Douglas

East section line of Sec. 36, T.19 S., R.10 W. downstream to point where crosses south section line of Sec. 32, T.19 S., R.10 W.

20

1993

R

S, F, W

See initial comments

Sprague River and North Fork

Lake, Klamath

The entire North Fork; and then the mainstem from the confluence of the North Fork downstream to the confluence with the Williamson River

80

1982

S, G, F

North Fork begins in a series of wide meadows, flows through long undeveloped canyon regions and empties into the Sprague River Valley Marsh. Lower portion displays wide floodplain characteristics, with tight meanders and numerous channels and islands. Good early season trout fishery.

THE SEGMENT OF THE NORTH FORK FORM THE HEAD OF RIVER SPRING IN THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 15, T.35S., R.16E. TO THE NW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 11, T.35S., R.15E. WAS ADDED AS A COMPONENT OF THE NATIONAL WILD AND SCENIC rivers SYSTEM ON 10/28/88.

Squaw Creek, Lower

Jefferson

Crooked River National Grassland boundary to confluence with Deschutes River

8

1993

S

S, R, G, F, W, O

Spectacular canyon scenery. Excellent fishery. Important deer winter range and unique semiprimitive recreational opportunities.

Steamboat Creek

Douglas, Lane

Little Falls to confluence with North Umpqua River

1

1982/ 1993

R

F, H

See initial comments.

Steamboat Creek

The entire creek.

0

1982/ 1995

This river is under Congressional study for designation to the Wild and Scenic River System. It is currently under the protection of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act pursuant to Section 7 (b) of the Act.

Steamboat Creek

Douglas, Lane

Siwash Creek to Little Falls

4

1982/ 1993

S

F, H

See initial comments.

Steamboat Creek

Douglas, Lane

Source of East Fork Steamboat Creek in the middle of Sec 1, T.24S., R.2E. to the confluence of Steamboat Creek and Siwash Creek

19

1982/ 1993

R

F, H

Presence of large, wild population of summer steelhead which is rare in Oregon and western U.S. A number of archeologic sites that will contribute to understanding of the region's chronology, cultural relationships and settlement/subsistence patterns.

Steamboat Creek

Douglas, Lane

From its source downstream to the confluence with the North Umpqua

21

1982

S, G, F

Very scenic steep mountain stream which includes numerous waterfalls and rapids as well as a gorge. Excellent fishing resource.

Takenitch Creek

Douglas

Below small dam at outlet of Takenitch Lake in Section 29, T.20S., R.12W. to Pacific Ocean.

3

1993

W

S, R, G, W

Scenery is diverse, striking and attractive with views of distant and nearby sand dunes. Opportunity for semiprimitive recreation and solitude unique to Oregon Coast. An unusual geologic occurrence- a river in a sand dune complex. Threatened and endangered species and habitat including the snowy plover. Also supports a wide range of special interest/watchable wildlife.

Tenmile Creek

Coos

Outlet of Tenmile Lake to sewage treatment plant

0

1993

R

S, G, W

Large estuary, active dunes spilling into creek, and dramatic views of distant sand dunes. Unusual occurrence of stream flowing through rare geologic feature- coastal sand dune complex. Highly productive salt marsh ecosystem supports a variety of wildlife species, including some of which are threatened and endangered.

Tenmile Creek

Coos

Sewage treatment plant in Lakeside to Highway 101 bridge

1

1993

S

S, G, W

See initial comments.

Tenmile Creek

Coos

Highway 101 bridge to eastern boundary of the Oregon Dunes NRA

0

1993

R

S, G, W

See initial comments.

Tenmile Creek

Coos

Eastern boundary of the Oregon Dunes NRA to day use parking lot in Spinreel Campground

0

1993

S

S, G, W

See initial comments.

Tenmile Creek

Coos

Day use parking lot in Spinreel Campground to mouth

3

1993

W

S, G, W

See initial comments.

Trask River

Tillamook, Washington

The entire mainstem and the North and South Forks

42

1982

F

Swift mountain and coastal river flowing generally through dense forest with some meadow lands and lower floodplain. Important steelhead river, and very important and increasing salmon catch.

Trask River

Tillamook

Confluence of North Fork Trask River and South Fork Trask River to Tillamook Bay

16

1982/ 1993

R

R, F

Trask River, North Fork

Washington

Confluence of North Fork of the North Fork Trask River and Middle Fork of the North Fork Trask River to confluence with Trask River

17

1982/ 1993

R

S, F

Trask River, South Fork

Washington

Headwaters to confluence with Trask River

11

1982/ 1993

R

F

Tualatin River

Washington

Confluence of Sunday Creek to confluence with Willamette River

76

1993

R

C

Umpqua River

Douglas

From the confluence of the North and South Umpqua downstream to a point approximately four miles above Scottsburg, OR

78

1982

R, F

Major high flow meandering coastal river displaying some entrenchment and locally developed flood plains. Important steelhead and salmon river; recreational boating.

Umpqua River

Douglas

Confluence with North Umpqua River at River Forks (T. 26 S., R. 6 W., between Secs 31 & 32) to Elkton (T. 22 S., R. 7 W., Sec. 19).

57

1982/ 1993

R

S, R, F, H

Supports outstanding anadromous and warm water fishery values. Osprey and eagle wildlife viewing opportunities.

Umpqua River, South

Douglas

Tiller (T. 30 S., R. 2 W, Sec. 33) to confluence with North Umpqua River at River Forks (T. 26 S., R. 6W, between Secs 31 & 32).

73

1993

R

F, H

Supports outstanding fishery related recreation. Eleven National Register Sites along river town sites.

Walker Creek

Yamhill

Headwaters to confluence with Nestucca River

2

1993

R

O

Relative scarcity of high-elevation wetland areas of this type. Presence of proposed threatened Sidalcea nelsoniana.

Wallowa River

Wallowa

From the confluence of the Minam River downstream to the mouth

10

1982

S, R

High scenic quality. Considerable recreational boating. Drainage link between the Minam and Grande Ronde Rivers. Canyon environments.

Wallowa River

The segment from its confluence with the Minam River to its confluence with the Grande Ronde River.

0

1982/ 1995

This river is under Congressional study for designation to the Wild and Scenic River System. It is currently under the protection of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act pursuant to Section 7 (b) of the Act.

Wassen Creek

Douglas

RM 5.15 downstream to confluence with Smith River

5

1993

R

S, R, W, O

See initial comments

Wassen Creek

Douglas

Headwaters at Wassen Lake in Sec. 17, T.21 S., R.9 W. to USFS boundary with Smith River in Sec. 11, T.21 S., R.10 W.

4

1993

R

F, W, O

Ecology of stream corridor is nearly pristine. Many old-growth dependent wildlife species. Habitat of bald eagles.

Wassen Creek

Douglas

Eastern Forest boundary downstream to point where stream crosses east section line of NE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of Sec. 16, RM 5.15

7

1993

W

S, R, W, O

Numerous ledges and waterfalls. Opportunities for semiprimitive nonmotorized recreation. Spotted owl nest sites within or near area. Outstanding ecology.

Whittaker Creek

Lane

Headwaters in Sec. 13, T.19 S., R.9 W. to confluence with Siuslaw River in Sec. 21, T.18 S., R.9 W.

6

1993

R

F

Very large late run of chinook.

Willamette River

Yamhill, Marion, Polk

From Salem, OR downstream approximately 26 river miles

26

1982

R, G

Large, mature, wide floodplain river with numerous channel, sloughs and meanders. Relatively undeveloped for the mainstem of the Willamette. Considerable boating opportunities.

Willamette River

Benton, Polk, Yamhill, Washington

Lane County line to confluence with Columbia River

160

1982/ 1993

R

R, F, W, C, O

Willamette River

Lane, Linn, Benton

From Eugene, OR downstream to Corvallis, OR

44

1982

R, G

Large, mature, wide floodplain river with numerous channels, sloughs and meanders. Relatively undeveloped for the mainstem of the Willamette. Considerable boating opportunities.

Willamette River, Middle Fork

Lane, Douglas

Timpanogas Lake in NW 1/4 of Sec. 15, T.25 S., R.5 E. to confluence with Echo Creek in SW 1/4 of Sec. 16, T.24 S., R.4 E.

16

1993

R

S, R, W, H, O

500 plus foot set of waterfalls and cascades, gorge of 100 plus feet in height, numerous rock outcrops, cliffs, and islands. District's most diverse ecological/biological site at Big Swamp.

Willamette River, Middle Fork

Lane, Douglas

Confluence with Echo Creek in SW 1/4 of Sec. 16, T.24 S., R.4 E. to slack water at Hills Creek Reservoir in SW 1/4 of Sec. 4, T.23 S., R.3 E.

14

1993

R

S, R, W, H, O

See initial comments

Williamson River

Klamath

From the south boundary of Klamath Marsh downstream to Chiloquin, OR

25

1982

G, F

River channel winds over flat, grassy plains, interspersed with lava rock canyons and open Ponderosa pine forests; drains Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge. Important rainbow trout fishery.

Wilson River

Tillamook

Confluence with North Fork Wilson River to Tillamook Bay

27

1993

R

R, F, W

Yamhill River, South

Yamhill, Polk

Confluence of Ead and Pierce Creeks to confluence with North Yamhill River

50

1993

R

C, O

Yaquina River

Lincoln

Headwaters to confluence with Yaquina Bay

38

1993

R

F

ZigZag River

Clackamas

Wilderness boundary to Sandy River

9

1993

R

H, C

Historical sites such as Barlow Road which was last overland link of Oregon Trail. Number of structures and two campgrounds built in early 1930's as part of CCC programs.