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
  The average Missouri whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. If you're coming from Farmington it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The natural beauty of Missouri and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. 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. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature have a lot of people coming here. This stretch has has enough mileage, you can easily run it on an afternoon. The Lake Killarney to St. Francis River section of Stouts Creek in Missouri
is 4.7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II section. When you're paddling down a Ozarks river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. There's camping available near Stouts Creek. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers.

Briefly about the general area:
A normal amount of rain falls here at Stouts Creek; March is the wettest month with most rain; January
 
is the month with the least moisture.
For the duration of the warmest time of the year at Stouts Creek temperatures are frequently in the 80's, and the nighttime is fairly cooler of course, usually in the 60's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 40's, and after the sun is down throughout the wintertime temperatures at Stouts Creek drop into the 20's.

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.

Farmington - Days Inn, 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, decaf ...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Farmington, Mo, Farmington
12 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Farmington is located in the heart of the Maple Valley. You will feel right at home as you step into our elegantly appointed lobby and great room. Our primary go...

Super 8 Motel Farmington, Farmington
12 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 Outdoor Heated Pool Interior ...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Farmington, Missouri
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:
Farmington - Days Inn, Farmington , 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Farmington, Mo, Farmington , 12 miles away
Super 8 Motel Farmington, Farmington , 12 miles away
Lodge at Eagle Lake, Farmington , 13 miles away
Super 8 Motel Bonne Terre, Bonne Terre , 18 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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