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Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival

Started in 1984 by the Northwest Rafter’s Association the Clack Fest is one the longest standing whitewater events in the nation. 2024 marks the 38th annual Clack Fest. This year’s festival will be held the weekend of May 18th & 19th.

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Down the River Cleanup

The Down the River Cleanup is the longest-running on-the-water cleanup event of its kind in Oregon. Since 2003 over 40 tons of garbage — well over the approximate weight of one gray whale — has been removed from the Clackamas River by more than 4,500 volunteers. 

This annual trash sweep is the largest and longest-running on-water cleanup event of its kind in Oregon. Taking place at the end of summer, it covers a 20+ mile stretch of the Clackamas River from Estacada to the confluence with the Willamette River in Oregon City.

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The annual Down the River Cleanup in September inspires mini-cleanups throughout the year - here a canoer found a plastic chair in the river on an early spring run.
The annual Down the River Cleanup in September inspires mini-cleanups throughout the year – here a canoer found a plastic chair in the river on an early spring run.

Nearby Event Resources

The Clackamas Water Trail courses from Mt. Hood National Forest to Estacada and eventually emptying into Willamette between Oregon City and Gladstone. There are nearby events year-round in each city and in the surrounding county. See links below to find current and upcoming events.

Clackamas County

Mt. Hood Territory is the destination marketing organization of Clackamas county and maintains a robust calendar of major and minor events, activities, and festivals happening in the county. 
 
Notable county-wide events include the Clackamas County Fair and Rodeo, held annually in Canby, Oregon. It is one of the most popular outdoor events in Clackamas County. Established in 1907, this five-day event typically takes place during the third week of August and features amusement rides, livestock exhibits and competitions, live entertainment on multiple stages, local handcrafts, produce displays, and a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rodeo.

Another notable event is the Molalla Buckeroo Rodeo, an annual rodeo in Molalla, Oregon, held on Independence Day, July 4th. Since its inception in 1913, the Molalla Buckeroo has been a significant event in the county, featuring traditional rodeo competitions and community activities.

These events highlight the rich cultural heritage and community spirit of Clackamas County, drawing attendees from across the region.