Indiana whitewater - Flatrock River, Decatur County

Decatur county, Old US Highway 421 to Conns Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I(III)     6.8 miles
  The average Indiana whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The put-in is not too far from Greensburg, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The wonderful Indiana scenery and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of
    other rivers. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come.
The campgrounds here at Flatrock River are pretty good. This stretch of Flatrock River in Indiana is 6.8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I(III) section.

Briefly about the general area:
The amount of precipitation that falls at Flatrock River is close to the national average; July is the month that gets the most rain, and January meanwhile is the driest month. Throughout the summer months highs here at Flatrock River get into the 80's while nighttime lows are usually in the 60's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 30's with temperatures at Flatrock River dipping down into the 10's during winter nights.
 

Flatrock River, Old US Highway 421 to Conns Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I(III)
Length: 6.8 miles
Average Gradient: 7 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.42399
Longitude: -85.59201

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.4187
Longitude: -85.6786

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Current weather conditions at Flatrock River, Indiana
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Local climate location: OAKLANDON GEIST RESVR 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Lees Inn Shelbyville, Shelbyville
9 miles away
Welcome to Lees Inn! We offer complimentary wireless high speed internet, continental breakfast, in-room coffee maker, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and satellite SARTZ. We provide free parking, a...

Holiday Inn Express Greensburg, In, Greensburg
10 miles away
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Hotel, Greensburg, Indiana We are conveniently located 1 Mile from I-74 in Greensburg, (exit 132 or 134 south) which is approximately half way between Cincinnati, OH...

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Greensburg, Greensburg
11 miles away
The Fairfield Inn-Greensburg is a newly renovated property with 73 guest rooms, an indoor pool and spa, and a fitness center. Guests can choose from many room types including king, two queen, or whir...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Flatrock River.
 Whitewater Near Flatrock River:
Clifty Creek - Fall Fork, Decatur/Bartholomew County , 10 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 1.5 miles long (Middle Fork)
Clifty Creek - Fall Fork, Bartholomew County , 11 miles away, Class I-II(IV) - 1.3 miles long (Anderson Falls to Iron Bridge)
Sand Creek - Cobbs Fork, Decatur County , 14 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 3.6 miles long (from road 60)
 Ski Areas Near Flatrock River:
Perfect North, Indiana , 54 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Paoli Peaks, Indiana , 76 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Swiss Valley, Michigan , 136 miles away, 225 vertical feet
Mad River, Ohio , 143 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Timber Ridge, Michigan , 159 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Bittersweet, Michigan , 163 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 169 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Cannonsburg, Michigan , 194 miles away, 250 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Flatrock River:
Lees Inn Shelbyville, Shelbyville , 9 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Greensburg, In, Greensburg , 10 miles away
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Greensburg, Greensburg , 11 miles away
Knights Inn Shelbyville, Shelbyville , 12 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Shelbyville, Shelbyville , 12 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Flatrock River:
Hidden Paradise Campground, Saint Paul, 1 miles away
Blue Springs Park, Waldron, 2 miles away
Redbud Acres Campgrounds, Shelbyville, 9 miles away

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