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Maupin, Oregon

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Maupin, Oregon offers an inpirational escape from the chaos of the city. Nationally recognized for surging white water excitement and, Maupin is one of Oregon's prime destinations for outdoor recreation. The heat of summer attracts whitewater rafters and paddling enthusiasts from around the world.

Weather

Warm, Dry Summers with max daytime temperatures of 80-115 degrees.

Many visitors to the Maupin area are quite surprised to discover our most cherished secret -- uncrowded, beautiful weather boasting more than 300 days of sun per year. Maupin offers a unique climate for a truly pristine area!

The weather is central Oregon's best with hot, sunny days and cool, star-filled nights.

Whether you're splashing through the whitewater rapids or enjoying a relaxing family float, Maupin has it all. The mighty Deschutes River, one of Oregon's most desirable rivers for whitewater rafting, is a paddler's paradise.

LOCATION & MAPS

North Central Oregon
Maupin is located in Wasco County on Highway 197 between The Dalles and Central Oregon.

- 43 miles south of The Dalles
- 1.5 to 2 hours from Portland or Bend

Map & Directions (©MapQuest)

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DIRECTIONS TO MAUPIN

From: Portland, Oregon
To: Maupin, Oregon
Take I-84 east to The Dalles. Take exit 87 (Hwy 197 - Dufur/Bend exit) south for approximately 40 miles to Maupin.

From: Bend, Oregon
To: Maupin, Oregon
Take Hwy 97 north, through Redmond, to Madras. In Madras, stay to the right and continue on Hwy 97. Travel approximately 30 miles until you reach the junction with Hwy 197 (approx. 1 mile past a rest area on your left) Stay left at the junction, and follow Hwy 197 into Maupin

GEOGRAPHY & REGIONAL DATA

Elevation: 1041 feet
Population: 407 (July, 2002)
County: Wasco
Land area: 1.3 square miles
Zip code: 97037
Area code: 541

Attractions & Activities
From Maupin, you can easily get to Mt. Hood and the Mt. Hood National Forest, the John Day Fossil Beds, the Columbia Gorge, and the historic Barlow Trail.

Be sure to visit scenic White River Falls, a short drive from Maupin. The ghost town of Shaniko, Kah-nee-ta Resort & Casino and the Warm Springs Indian reservation, the Museum at Warm Springs, and the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center are among the area's many attractions.

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