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Loop 360 to Zilker Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III 4 miles
The lower part of Barton Creek can be dangerous when water is high enough, but not because of the rockiness of the streambed. It's because the course is heavily overgrown with brush and trees. The creek is dry or nearly dry most of the time and that allows vegetation to grow profusely. When the flow is strong you can easily get tangle in the brush if you don't know what you're doing. Says Keith
The starting location is a short drive from Austin-Round Rock, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The rivers
for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Texas are often easier than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. This section of Barton Creek in Texas is 4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater
as a class III section. No shortage of good hotels, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The natural beauty of Texas and the water flowing gracefully down Barton Creek have people coming here. If you're a camper
you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip.
Briefly about the general area: Upper Barton Spring is an inspiring spot to stop at while you're here, and on a good day
you can take a hike along the Bee Creek Trail. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Barton Springs, and the Lake Trail is a splendid hiking trail close by. Summertime at Barton Creek arrives with high temperatures in the 90's with overnight lows in the 70's. For the period
of the winter this place gets highs in the 50's, and nighttime lows at Barton Creek all through the wintertime usually plunge into the 30's. An average amount of rainfall falls at Barton Creek; the month with most of the rain is May, and the driest of the months is January. This river is so good.
Barton Creek is a favorite among Austin locals whether it is flowing high or low because it is a great getaway right in the heart of Austin. This technical creek drains the northern side of Hwy 290, and ends in downtown Austin, but you would never know it while you are down in the creek. It has all of the charms of the Hill Country conveniently located close to work, school, and home for Austinites, and people travel from all over the state to catch this creek flowing. It has some quality playspots whether you are a paddler or just a swimmer.
- Ben
Current weather conditions at Barton Creek, Texas
Local climate location: AUSTIN WSO AP 25 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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