Missouri whitewater - Big Creek, Ozarks, Iron Wayne County Iron Wayne county, Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     19.2 miles   I kayaked the big creek May 5 at 3ft from Des Arc to Sam A. Baker take out at 143 bridge, it was an 11 mile float and very enjoible for Missouri waters. There were whitewater sections about every 1/4 mile and was all under class II, the rock gardens kept me on my toes but was not difficult at all. I would recomend trying this creek (river) to anyone seeking excitment and is not to experienced to try the St. Francis. Cheers! Says Mike McCafferty The Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park section of Big Creek in Missouri is 19.2 miles     long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The natural beauty of Missouri and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. The starting point is not too far from Farmington, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. The wild scenery of the Ozarks is great. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling rivers. You might have to settle for a hotel a   bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Big Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park section is the only one. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Briefly about the general area: Big Creek is right next door to McCue Hollow which is definitely worth visiting, and Weeping Willow Spring is an inspiring location to go to during your stay. And that's not everything there is to do here in the Ozarks. All through the months of summer highs here at Big Creek get into the 90's; the nighttime is fairly chillier of course, usually in the 60's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Big Creek. Big Creek is a wet spot that gets lots of rain; March is the month that gets the most rain; January meanwhile is the driest month. Big Creek, Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 19.2 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.35839 Longitude: -90.70511 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.26029 Longitude: -90.5059 Paddler input for Big Creek, Missouri: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Big Creek, Ozarks, Missouri Local climate location: CLEARWATER DAM 16 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Days Inn Farmington, Farmington 28 miles away * Newly renovated * Quiet surroundings * Large, comfortable rooms * Free Continental Breakfast 6 AM - 10 AM including Asstd Bagel, asstd cereal, donuts, 2 kinds of toast, juice, milk, coffee,... Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FARMINGTON, Farmington 28 miles away Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Farmington located in the heart of the Maple Valley shopping center, at the intersection of Hwy 67 & 32. The hotel is just minutes from Parkland Hospi... Super 8 Farmington, Farmington 29 miles away Centrally located in the Maple Valley Shopping Center Several dining and shopping locations within walking distance Free Wireless High Speed Internet in all rooms Interior Corridor Free SuperStart Bre...   Ozarks Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Ozarks. Ozarks Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Ozarks. All Missouri Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Missouri. Books about whitewater paddling on Big Creek, Missouri List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Big Creek, Missouri. Find a whitewater outfitter in Missouri Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Big Creek.   Whitewater Near Big Creek: Crane Pond Creek, Iron County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.1 miles long (Crane Lake to County Road 134) Marble Creek, Madison County , 10 miles away, Class II - 3.8 miles long (USFS Marble Creek Camp Ground to CR 427) Little Rock Creek, Madison County , 11 miles away, Class IV+ - 1 miles long (Off of Highway E) St. Francis River, Madison Wayne County , 11 miles away, Class I - 55.4 miles long (Silver Mines Recreation Area to Highway 67) Lower Rock Creek, Madison County , 13 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Barren Hollow to Highway E) Carver Creek, Iron County , 14 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (Highway AA to county road off of Highway AA) Stouts Creek, Iron/ Madison County , 16 miles away, Class II - 4.7 miles long (Lake Killarney to St. Francis River) Stouts Creek, Iron County , 17 miles away, Class III - 1 miles long (Highway M west of Ironton) Mud Creek, Madison County , 17 miles away, Class IV+ - 1.4 miles long (Highway D to St. Francis River) Taum Sauk Creek, Iron - Reynolds County , 17 miles away, Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Taum Sauk Mountain to Little Taum Sauk Creek)   Ski Areas Near Big Creek: Hidden Valley, Missouri , 67 miles away, 250 vertical feet   Hotels Near Big Creek: Days Inn Farmington, Farmington , 28 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FARMINGTON, Farmington , 28 miles away Super 8 Farmington, Farmington , 29 miles away Lodge at Eagle Lake, Farmington , 30 miles away Super 8 Poplar Bluff Missouri, Poplar Bluff , 31 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Big Creek: Big Creek RV Park, Annapolis, 7 miles away Sam A Baker State Park, Patterson, 8 miles away Holliday Landing Resort, Greenville, 16 miles away   Trails Near Big Creek: Crane Lake Trail, Iron County , 6 miles away Johnson Natural Area Backpack Trail, Wayne County , 17 miles away Taum Sauk Trail, Iron County , 17 miles away Silver Mine Trail, Madison County , 18 miles away   National Parks Near Big Creek: Ozark National Scenic River, Van Buren - MO , 32 miles away   Lakes Near Big Creek