South Dakota whitewater - Rapid Creek, Pennington County Pennington county, Johnson Siding to Big Bend section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+     3 miles   This section of Rapid Creek in Pennington County is 3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II+ section of whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in South Dakota is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. The natural beauty of South Dakota and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. This is a short paddling stretch so you'd better     be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. Lodging is available near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The campgrounds here at Rapid Creek are pretty good. Briefly about the general area: It is very dehydrated here at Rapid Creek frequently; June is the month that gets the most rain, and January on the other hand is the driest. For the period of the summertime highs here at Rapid Creek get into the 80's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's ordinarily in the 50's. All through the winter highs are in the 30's, and through the dark hours in the winter at Rapid Creek temperatures descend to the 10's.   QUICK STATS AW Class: II+ Length: 3 miles Average Gradient: 43 fpm    Paddler input for Rapid Creek, South Dakota: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Rapid Creek, South Dakota Local climate location: RAPID CITY 1 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Fairfield Inn & Suites Rapid City Box Elder, Rapid City 2 miles away The all-new Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites is the home to South Dakota's largest indoor water park! Conveniently located at Exit 61 off Interstate 90 with easy access to Rapid City Regional Airport, ... La Quinta Inn & Suites Rapid City, Rapid City 2 miles away The La Quinta Inn & Suites Rapid City is home to the largest indoor water park in South Dakota. This convenient Rapid City hotel is located at Exit 61 on Interstate 90 with easy access to Mount Rushmo... Comfort Inn Rapid City, Rapid City 2 miles away Easy interstate access. Central location, just minutes from Mt. Rushmore and all other Black Hills attractions. Superior customer service, comfortable rooms, and award winning housekeeping make the Co...   All South Dakota Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in South Dakota. Books about whitewater paddling on Rapid Creek, South Dakota List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Rapid Creek, South Dakota. Find a whitewater outfitter in South Dakota Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Rapid City, South Dakota Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Rapid City, South Dakota, the metro area neareast to Rapid Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Rapid Creek.   Hotels Near Rapid Creek: Fairfield Inn & Suites Rapid City Box Elder, Rapid City , 2 miles away La Quinta Inn & Suites Rapid City, Rapid City , 2 miles away Comfort Inn Rapid City, Rapid City , 2 miles away Dakota Pines, Rapid City , 2 miles away Americinn - Rapid City, Sd, Rapid City , 2 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Rapid Creek: Rapid City Koa Kampground, Rapid City, 1 miles away Berry Patch RV Campground, Rapid City, 1 miles away Pactola and Sheridan Lake, Rapid City, 3 miles away