Kentucky whitewater - Gilbert Creek, Anderson County Anderson county, Gilbert Creek road to Kentucky River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III+     2.75 miles   I currently live on the creek and when it rains hard it is easily a class III. I've run it several times and it is definitely a difficult, but fun, run Says Sean Robinson I just so happenned to google Gilberts Creek. I was raised on Gilberts creek and I have walked every inch of the creek many times. To say it is whitewater is pretty funny, except where the river runs into the Kentucky River you can't float a boat on Gilberts creek. Most of the creek is barely ankle deep. You may want to check your info. FYI. WH. Says Walter Hoffeld The     rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Kentucky are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. This section of Gilbert Creek in Kentucky is 2.75 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III+ section. This is a somewhat short section so no need to bring snacks. The wonderful Anderson County scenery and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. The starting point is not too far from Frankfort, as you can see on the road map further down. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good places for that around here. Getting your paddling   muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Briefly about the general area: At Gilbert Creek during the days of summer highs are in the 80's. Through the moonlight hours it's usually in the 60's. Throughout the wintertime highs are ordinarily in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Gilbert Creek are in the 10's. Gilbert Creek is a wet spot that gets much rain; May is when you get the most rain here; the driest of the months is October. Gilbert Creek, Gilbert Creek road to Kentucky River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III+ Length: 2.75 miles Average Gradient: 75 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.9757 Longitude: -84.8529 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.9733 Longitude: -84.82331 Paddler input for Gilbert Creek, Kentucky: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Gilbert Creek, Kentucky Local climate location: SHELBYVILLE 21 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Lawrenceburg Inn, Lawrenceburg 6 miles away If you enjoy the small town atmosphere, you will certainly enjoy a visit to the Best Western Lawrenceburg Inn in Anderson County, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky located 14 miles from the Kentucky state capito... Country Hearth Inn Harrodsburg, Harrodsburg 11 miles away Located In Historic Harrodsburg, Country Hearth Inn Has Rooms From The Executive Single Which Includes A Queen Bed, Recliner And Work Desk To The Double Which Has 2 Queen Size Beds Or The King Suite W... Fairfield Inn & Suites Frankfort, Frankfort 11 miles away Get FREE high-speed Internet access at this Fairfield Inn Among Frankfort's many assets stated most often include gracious hospitality of residents, natural beauty, appreciation of area's ri...   All Kentucky Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Kentucky. Books about whitewater paddling on Gilbert Creek, Kentucky List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Gilbert Creek, Kentucky. Find a whitewater outfitter in Kentucky Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Frankfort, Kentucky Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Frankfort, Kentucky, the metro area neareast to Gilbert Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Gilbert Creek.   Whitewater Near Gilbert Creek: Shawnee Run, Mercer County , 9 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 4 miles long (Kentucky 1343) Glenn's Creek, Woodford County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Kentucky 1685 bridge to Distillery Pool) Cedar Branch, Mercer County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Kentucky 342 to Kentucky River) Benson Creek, Anderson / Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II - 5.1 miles long (Kentucky 1005 to Kentucky River) Benson Creek, Shelby / Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II(III) - 3 miles long (Kentucky 1005 to Benson Falls) Elkhorn Creek, Franklin County , 15 miles away, Class II(III) - 6 miles long (Forks of Elkhorn US460 Bridge to Kentucky1900) Jessamine Creek, Jessamine County , 15 miles away, Class II(III) - 3.3 miles long (Frankfort Ford Road To 1268) White Oak Creek, Garrard County , 18 miles away, Class IV - 2 miles long (Kentucky 1845 to Kentucky River) Hickman Creek, Jessamine County , 21 miles away, Class II(III) - 4 miles long (Brumfield Lane to 1268 Bridge) Hickman Creek, Jessamine County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (Kentucky 1541 to Elm Fork Road)   Ski Areas Near Gilbert Creek: Perfect North, Indiana , 64 miles away, 400 vertical feet   Hotels Near Gilbert Creek: Best Western Lawrenceburg Inn, Lawrenceburg , 6 miles away Country Hearth Inn Harrodsburg, Harrodsburg , 11 miles away Fairfield Inn & Suites Frankfort, Frankfort , 11 miles away Best Western Parkside Inn, Frankfort , 11 miles away Americas Best Value Inn-Frankfort, Frankfort , 12 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Gilbert Creek: Cummins Ferry Campground And Marina, Salvisa, 5 miles away Beaver Lake Marina LLC, Lawrenceburg, 12 miles away Elkhorn Campground, Frankfort, 13 miles away   Golf Courses Near Gilbert Creek: Bob-O-Link Golf Course, Lawrenceburg , 7 miles away