The Rogue River is very popular and for great reason. This section of the river does not require the Wild and Scenic Permit that is a lottery to receive, but does provide great rapids and wonderful views with shores lined with thick trees and steep edges. The put-in is at Matson County Park just west of Grants Pass, but there are various campsites and parks along the route to put-in as well to make for a shorter day trip. There is a great mix of Class II rapids with sections of Class I as well.