Cancelled: Mayfield Lake and Tilton River in the Fall - L2 - T25A0

When
November 01, 2025
9:30 AM
Location
Mayfield Lake Boat Ramp
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Full Name:: Brenda C Brewer
100TH OOPS DAY PADDLE OF THE YEAR !!!
Narrative:: Mayfield lake is a lovely body of water up in the Ike Kwanza State Park in Washington, about an hour and a half NE of Portland. We will put in at the Mayfield Lake Boat Ramp (Discover Pass or fee required), and paddle up the Tilton River, through a beautiful gorge, as far as currents allow. Then we'll head back, finding a place for bio breaks and snacks along the way. This is a mellow level 2 paddle, almost a level 1 - the distance is about six miles, and the currents are gentle (until they're not, lol).

Two things about the launch site: The turn to Mayfield Lake Boat Ramp is BEFORE the bridge crossing into the park - it's on Harmony Road, which is a turn to the the right just before the bridge. Also, since this is a State Park, a Discover Pass is required. You can buy a $10 one day pass - I know they sell them at the day use area, and I think at the boat ramp area as well. We help each other unload our boats at the boat ramp, then drive uphill a bit to the parking lot.

It will be cold, so please bring warm woolies for under your dry suit, and something warm to drink. It may also be raining, since after all this is Fall in the great Pacific Northwest. We should be fairly protected from winds while in the gorge, but just in case, if you have a tow line and are comfortable using it, please bring it along. Helmets are not required, although some folks like them in the rain, as they help them stay dry. Meetup time is 9:30, safety talk at 10 am, and launch time is 10:15 - if you require a few extra minutes to be ready (like I do), please arrive a few minutes early. There may not be any cell service.
Meeting Time:: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:15:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Mayfield Lake Boat Ramp. 946-1052 Harmony Rd, Silver Creek, WA 98585
Take out:: Mayfield Lake Boat Ramp. 946-1052 Harmony Rd, Silver Creek, WA 98585
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Shorten the trip or cancel
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Brenda C Brewer
Co-Organizer(s):: David Nesson
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: Estimated 42 in the am, with a high of upper 40's to low 50's by afternoon
Estimated Water Temperature:: 42 degrees
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 4 hours
Tide times & heights:: N/A
Current information:: less than 2 mph
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Swell/Surf size:: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: This is a mellow level 2 paddle
Location:: Mayfield Lake Boat Ramp. 946-1052 Harmony Rd, Silver Creek, WA 98585
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: N/A
Link to map of route (Optional):

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