Missouri whitewater - Black River, Ozarks, Wayne Butler County
Wayne Butler
county,
Clearwater Dam to Highway W section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I 37.5 miles
It also is by Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Says
it is a fun river to take the family and float or ride a boat down and is fun just bout ne time of the year Says Ryan
The wonderful Missouri scenery and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The put-in location is a short drive from Poplar Bluff, as you can see on the road map further down. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Missouri tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding.
The Clearwater Dam to Highway W section is the only paddling section along Black River. Now this is a pretty long section, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better
reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whitewater paddling here in the Ozarks is a great experience. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with not too many other rivers for that. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The Clearwater Dam to Highway W section of Black River in Missouri is 37.5 miles long and is a class I section of whitewater according to American Whitewater.
Briefly about the general area:
A short spree to Markham Spring is always worthwhile, and Bull Run Hollow is another great place to visit close by. Black River is a rather wet place ordinarily with much precipitation; most of the rain falls through December, and the driest month is January. The warmest time of
the year at Black River comes with high temperatures in the 90's; the night is slightly colder of course, regularly in the 60's. All through the winter highs are in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Black River are in the 10's. Man, is there a load of fun stuff to do in the Ozarks. Eagle Bluff is an interesting location to take a look at while at Black River.
15 miles away
Welcome to the Super 8 in Poplar Bluff conveniently located on Hwy 67 North near the Three Rivers Community College, Veterans Hospital, Briggs & Stratton, and the Mingo Wildlife Refuge. We offer a co...
15 miles away
Greetings from the Holiday Inn Poplar Bluff hotel. The Holiday Inn Poplar Bluff hotel is conveniently located 1 mile south of Hwy US-60 on Hwy Business 67 South across from Poplar Bluff Regional Medic...
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LOCATED AT BUSINESS 60 AND U.S. 67 NORTH, MANNEQUIN'S RESTAURANT IS ADJACENT, POPLAR BLUFF MUNICIPAL AIRPORT IS 7 MILES EAST HOTEL HAS DESIGNED INTERIOR CORRIDORS ....
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