McKenzie River

The McKenzie River is a tributary of the Willamette River, 86 miles (138 km) long, in northwestern Oregon in the United States. It drains part of the Cascade Range east of Eugene into the southernmost end of the Willamette Valley.It rises in two short forks in the high Cascades in eastern Lane County in the Willamette National Forest. The South Fork rises near the Pacific Crest Trail in the Three Sisters Wilderness Area and flows north-northwest approximately 30 miles (50 km) through Cougar Reservoir and Cougar Dam. The main branch rises in the northeast corner of Lane County, near the Three Sisters and flows west past McKenzie Bridge for approximately 25 miles (40 km) to where it receives the South Fork approximately three miles (5 km) east of Blue River. It flows west through a narrow valley in the mountains, past Vida and Walterville. As it emerges from the mountains it passes along the north side of Springfield and joins the Willamette from the east five miles (8 km) north of Eugene. The McKenzie is the sole source of drinking water for Eugene.
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Willamette National Forest
Post Office Box 10607
Eugene, Oregon 97440
Designated Reach: October 28, 1988. From Clear Creek to Scott Creek, not including Carmen and Trail Bridge Reservoir Dams.
Classification/Mileage: Recreational -- 12.7 miles; Total -- 12.7 miles.
From Clear Lake to Scott Creek, the McKenzie is a challenge to whitewater rafters and driftboaters. Its water clarity and cold temperatures enjoy a national reputation.