Float ETA estimates how long this float actually takes from live discharge at USGS 14142500 (Sandy River bl Bull Run River nr Bull Run), not a guidebook average. At a typical 600 cfs, a raft drifts about 3 mph here. Higher flow speeds you up; skinny water slows you down. Kayaks run faster than the current, tubes slower. Add your own total time for stops and fishing.
The Sandy River listing covers 13 river miles across 2 access-to-access stretches (Class II, Class I–II). Times in the table are typical raft hours at that reference flow. Open the live calculator for today's CFS, sunset take-out, water temperature, and rain/UV at the put-in.
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Float stretches on the Sandy River
| Put-in → take-out | Miles | Difficulty | Typical raft time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Park → Oxbow Regional Park | 7 mi | Class II | ~2 hr 20 min | Wood moves every winter here. Scout anything you can't see around. |
| Oxbow Regional Park → Dabney State Recreation Area | 6 mi | Class I–II | ~2 hr | Easier miles with big gravel bars. Gets low and rocky by late summer. |
How we time this river
Speed scales with discharge using hydraulic geometry v ∝ Q0.34, calibrated to this gauge. That is why a 1,000 cfs afternoon is a different day than 3,000 cfs runoff. Always scout, wear a PFD, and check the Oregon State Marine Board for closures. Gauge page: USGS 14142500.
Common questions
How long does it take to float Dodge Park to Oxbow Regional Park on the Sandy River?
About 2 hr 20 min in a raft at a typical 600 cfs. Kayaks run a bit faster; tubes run slower. Add your own stop or fishing time in the planner. Wood moves every winter here. Scout anything you can't see around.
How long does it take to float Oxbow Regional Park to Dabney State Recreation Area on the Sandy River?
About 2 hr in a raft at a typical 600 cfs. Kayaks run a bit faster; tubes run slower. Add your own stop or fishing time in the planner. Easier miles with big gravel bars. Gets low and rocky by late summer.
What USGS gauge is used for Sandy River float times?
Float ETA uses USGS gauge 14142500 (Sandy River bl Bull Run River nr Bull Run) for live discharge. Speed is scaled from a reference 600 cfs drift of about 3 mph.
Is the Sandy River a good tube float?
Tubes lag the current (we use a 0.72× speed multiplier). On Class I–II stretches tubes can work at moderate flows; skip high water and always wear a PFD.