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Access Site OR

Troy Access #2

Grande Ronde River

Source: oregon_gov Updated 1 year ago

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City: Grouse, OR
County: Wallowa County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.99102000, -117.38465800
XJR8+C4 Grouse, OR, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Grande Ronde River at Troy, OR Same River 4.5 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Grande Ronde River
7 runs (4 nearby)
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II-III This location is on this run G. Troy to Boggan's Oasis
19.5 mi
II-IV Downstream from here (9.5 mi to put-in) H. Boggan's Oasis to Snake River
26.7 mi
II(IV) Upstream from here (36.7 mi from take-out) E. Elgin to Palmer Junction (Wallowa Confluence)
14.1 mi 21 ft/mi
I Upstream from here (46.7 mi from take-out) D. Riverside City Park to Elgin
57.8 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Troy Access #2 is a well-maintained boat launch on the Grande Ronde River near Grouse in Wallowa County. The ramp is approximately 20 feet wide with two launch lanes and a spacious parking area suitable for vehicles with boat trailers. This access point serves as a popular take-out for paddlers floating down the Grande Ronde and is also the location of the Troy Trailhead, which provides hiking access to the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness area.

This is an ideal take-out for multi-day float trips down the Grande Ronde River. Common float distances include the 45-mile run from Minam to Troy. Water conditions vary significantly with seasonal flow: below 2,000 cfs, rapids become more technical with exposed rocks requiring careful maneuvering; above 10,000 cfs, rapids develop more powerful hydraulics. The Narrows is the most difficult rapid in this section and can be easily scouted and portaged on river left. The Minam Store, located across the river from the launch, offers boat rentals, shuttle services, and supplies, though it's recommended to arrange your shuttle and stock supplies before arriving.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access

Provides access to: Wenaha River Trail #3106 which follows the Wenaha River west into Wenaha - Tucannon Wilderness. This is also a popular access point to meet up with Crooked Creek Trail #3100 or Smooth Ridge Trail #3105 that are accessed via Wenaha River Trail #3106.This traihead is located in Troy, OR. The trailhead is located at a wide spot in Barlett Road. Interpretive signs are...

Provides access to: Wenaha River Trail #3106 which follows the Wenaha River west into Wenaha - Tucannon Wilderness. This is also a popular access point to meet up with Crooked Creek Trail #3100 or Smooth Ridge Trail #3105 that are accessed via Wenaha River Trail #3106.This traihead is located in Troy, OR. The trailhead is located at a wide spot in Barlett Road. Interpretive signs are available. Directions: From Pomeroy, WA take Highway 12 east for 29 miles. Then go right (south) onto State Highway 129. Follow Highway 129 for 38 miles. Then turn right on Grande Ronde Road and follow it for 17.4 miles (enters into Oregon). Turn right on Barlett Road and follow for about 0.5 miles to the trailhead. 

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