Missouri whitewater - Shoal Creek, Newton County

Newton county, Ritchey to low-water bridge about 1 mile southwest of Highway 43 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I     31.3 miles
  The put-in location is a short drive from Joplin, 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 better not forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The natural beauty of Newton County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This stretch of Shoal Creek is 31.3 miles long and it is classified as a class I section by American
    Whitewater. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. 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.
Now this is a pretty long section, so it looks like you will be camping out.

Briefly about the general area:
Shoal Creek is a wet place that gets lots of precipitation; September is when you get the most rain here; January is the month with the least moisture.
High temperatures at Shoal Creek through the summer months are in the 90's, and through the night it cools down to the 60's. For the period of the winter highs are in the 40's, and winter nights come with lows in the 20's to Shoal Creek. Don't leave Shoal Creek without first paying a visit to Williams Spring, and since you're here you will meet lots of people from nearby Joplin.
 

Shoal Creek, Ritchey to low-water bridge about 1 mile southwest of Highway 43 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I
Length: 31.3 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.9444
Longitude: -94.2016

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.03319
Longitude: -94.52691

Paddler input for Shoal Creek, Missouri:


There are a few sections of this river which are fun and fast, but for the most part this an easy stretch that is great for beginners or for the tired kayaker just wanting to be in nature but not exert themselves. - Philip Cornett

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Current weather conditions at Shoal Creek, Missouri
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Local climate location: JOPLIN FAA AP 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Big Spring Lodge, Neosho
8 miles away
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Residence Inn by Marriott Joplin, Joplin
9 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Shoal Creek.
 Ski Areas Near Shoal Creek:
Snow Creek, Missouri , 143 miles away, 300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Shoal Creek:
Best Western Big Spring Lodge, Neosho , 8 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Neosho, Neosho , 8 miles away
Residence Inn by Marriott Joplin, Joplin , 9 miles away
Microtel Inn and Suites Joplin, Joplin , 9 miles away
Holiday Inn Joplin I 44 & Us 71, Mo, Joplin , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Shoal Creek:
Coachlight RV Park, Carthage, 7 miles away
Joplin KOA KAMP Ground, Joplin, 7 miles away
Big Barn RV Park, Carthage, 10 miles away
 National Parks Near Shoal Creek:
George Washington Carver National Monument, Diamond - MO , 8 miles away
 Lakes Near Shoal Creek

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