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Missouri whitewater - Finley Creek, Christian County
Christian
county,
Highway 125 to county road off Highway M section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I 15.7 miles
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The Highway 125 to county road off Highway M stretch of Finley Creek in Missouri is 15.7 miles long and it is classified as a class I section by American Whitewater. The nature scenery of Christian County and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Missouri are often more forgiving than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead |
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and pack your sleeping bag. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Finley Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the
| Highway 125 to county road off Highway M section is the only one.
Briefly about the general area: Finley Creek sees pretty high levels of rainfall; September is when you get the most rain here, and May meanwhile is the driest month. For the duration of the warmest time of the year at Finley Creek temperatures are regularly in the 80's, and all through summer nights temperatures are in the 70's. The winter comes with highs in the 80's with winter lows in the 70's overnight here at Finley Creek.
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QUICK STATS AW Class:
I
Length:
15.7
miles
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Paddler input for Finley Creek, Missouri:

RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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