Beaver Creek (Crooked River tributary) facts for kids
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Beaver Creek on Laughlin Table
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 Location of the mouth of Beaver Creek in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Crook |
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| Main source | Confluence of north and south forks Laughlin Table 3,834 ft (1,169 m) 44°10′21″N 119°45′46″W / 44.17250°N 119.76278°W |
| River mouth | Crooked River near Paulina 3,622 ft (1,104 m) 44°06′05″N 120°03′04″W / 44.10139°N 120.05111°W |
Beaver Creek is a stream in the state of Oregon in the United States. It flows into the Crooked River.
Beaver Creek starts where two smaller streams meet. These are called the North Fork Beaver Creek and the South Fork Beaver Creek. This meeting point is in a quiet area of southeastern Crook County.
The North Fork flows south and then west around a place called Laughlin Table. The South Fork comes from the mountains, draining slopes of Snow Mountain and Funny Butte. It joins the North Fork to form Beaver Creek.
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Where Does Beaver Creek Flow?
After its two forks join, Beaver Creek flows west. It passes near Birdsong Butte and then southwest through Paulina Valley. It flows past the small town of Paulina.
Finally, Beaver Creek joins the South Fork Crooked River. From there, the main Crooked River flows about 125 miles (201 km) west. It eventually meets the Deschutes River. The Deschutes River then flows into the Columbia River.
Many smaller streams, called tributaries, flow into Beaver Creek. Some of these include Sugar Creek, Grindstone Creek, Wolf Creek, and Paulina Creek. A highway, Oregon Route 380, runs alongside the lower part of Beaver Creek. The creek even flows under the highway twice!
Camping Along Beaver Creek
You can find fun places to camp near Beaver Creek. Two popular spots are Sugar Creek Campground and Wolf Creek Campground. Both are managed by the United States Forest Service.
Sugar Creek Campground
Sugar Creek Campground is located along Sugar Creek. This stream flows into Beaver Creek from the Ochoco Mountains. At this campground, you can find campsites, picnic tables, and toilets. There is also drinking water available.
A short paved path at the campground lets you walk along Sugar Creek. You can enjoy the forest filled with tall ponderosa pines.
Wolf Creek Campground
Wolf Creek Campground is found along Wolf Creek. This stream also flows into Beaver Creek from the same mountain area. This campground offers campsites, picnic tables, and toilets for visitors. It's a great spot to enjoy nature.
