Missouri whitewater - Stouts Creek, Ozarks, Iron/ Madison County

Iron/ Madison county, Lake Killarney to St. Francis River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     4.7 miles
  This section of Stouts Creek in Iron/ Madison County is 4.7 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The put-in is not too far from Farmington, as you can see on the road map further down. The wonderful Iron/ Madison County scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Missouri are often more forgiving than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of
    the sections here are pretty easy. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Lake Killarney to St. Francis River section is one of them. The wild scenery of the Ozarks is great. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find
lots of paddling places. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. There's camping available near Stouts Creek.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the summertime months highs here at Stouts Creek reach the 80's. Once the sun is down it
 
descends down to the 60's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's with temperatures at Stouts Creek dipping down into the 20's all through winter nights.
Stouts Creek gets a normal amount of annual precipitation; March is the month that gets the most rain; the driest month is January.

Stouts Creek, Lake Killarney to St. Francis River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 4.7 miles
Average Gradient: 21 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.59249
Longitude: -90.5655

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.59189
Longitude: -90.4983

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Current weather conditions at Stouts Creek, Ozarks, Missouri
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Local climate location: ARCADIA 17 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Days Inn Farmington, Farmington
12 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
12 miles away
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Super 8 Farmington, Farmington
13 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...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Farmington, Missouri, the metro area neareast to Stouts Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Stouts Creek.
 Whitewater Near Stouts Creek:
Brewers Creek, St. Francois - Iron - Madison County , 2 miles away, Class III - 7 miles long (Highway V to Highway MM)
St. Francis River, Madison County , 3 miles away, Class II - 3.2 miles long (Highway 72 to Millstream Gardens)
Mud Creek, Madison County , 5 miles away, Class IV+ - 1.4 miles long (Highway D to St. Francis River)
Lower Rock Creek, Madison County , 6 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Barren Hollow to Highway E)
St. Francis River, Madison County , 6 miles away, Class II-IV - 2.3 miles long (Millstream Gardens to Silver Mines)
St. Francis River, St. Francois Madison County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 10.7 miles long (Highway H to Highway 72)
Turkey Creek, Madison County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.6 miles long (Highway 72 to St. Francis River)
Little Rock Creek, Madison County , 8 miles away, Class IV+ - 1 miles long (Off of Highway E)
Marble Creek, Madison County , 8 miles away, Class II - 3.8 miles long (USFS Marble Creek Camp Ground to CR 427)
Little St. Francis River, Madison County , 11 miles away, Class I - 15 miles long (Highway 72 to St. Francis River)
 Ski Areas Near Stouts Creek:
Hidden Valley, Missouri , 52 miles away, 250 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Stouts Creek:
Days Inn Farmington, Farmington , 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FARMINGTON, Farmington , 12 miles away
Super 8 Farmington, Farmington , 13 miles away
Lodge at Eagle Lake, Farmington , 13 miles away
Super 8 Bonne Terre, Bonne Terre , 18 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Stouts Creek:
St Joe State Park, Flat River, 12 miles away
Big Creek RV Park, Annapolis, 17 miles away
Sam A Baker State Park, Patterson, 20 miles away
 Trails Near Stouts Creek:
Silver Mine Trail, Madison County , 7 miles away
Taum Sauk Trail, Iron County , 10 miles away
Crane Lake Trail, Iron County , 11 miles away
 National Parks Near Stouts Creek:
Ozark National Scenic River, Van Buren - MO , 45 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Stouts Creek:
Arcadia Valley Country Club, Ironton , 7 miles away
 Lakes Near Stouts Creek

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