Missouri whitewater - Finley Creek, Christian County
Christian
county,
Highway 125 to county road off Highway M section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I 15.7 miles
The nature scenery of Missouri and the water flowing gracefully down Finley Creek are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The Highway 125 to county road off Highway M stretch of Finley Creek in Christian County is 15.7 miles long and has been rated as a class I section by American Whitewater. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The campgrounds here at Finley Creek are pretty good. Finley Creek doesn't have a lot
of paddling sections, the Highway 125 to county road off Highway M section is the only one. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter,
so why not pack your camping stuff too. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Missouri are easier than the national norm, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners.
Briefly about the general area: Finley Creek gets much water; the month with most of the rain is September while May is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Throughout the summertime months highs here at Finley Creek reach the 80's. Summer night lows descend down to the 70's. All through the winter highs are commonly in the 80's; winter nights come with lows in the 70's to Finley Creek.
QUICK STATS AW Class:
I
Length:
15.7
miles
Paddler input for Finley Creek, Missouri:
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
