Texas whitewater - Independence Creek, Terrell County

Terrell county, FM 2400 to Pecos River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     24 miles
  The FM 2400 to Pecos River stretch of Independence Creek is 24 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II+ section. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your sleeping bag. 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. The wonderful Texas scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Independence Creek doesn't have a lot of
    paddling stretches, the FM 2400 to Pecos River stretch is the only one. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Texas is often easier than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. There's camping available near Independence
Creek. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near.

Briefly about the general area:
All through the months of summer at Independence Creek temperatures are generally in the 90's while night lows are typically in the 70's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 60's, and overnight lows at Independence Creek during the winter usually drop into the 30's. Independence Creek is a location that is pretty dried out typically; most of the rain falls during September; the driest month is January.
There is a perfect hiking trail close to Independence Creek called the Fort Lancaster State Historic Site Trail.
 

Independence Creek, FM 2400 to Pecos River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 24 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 30.54416
Longitude: -101.9525

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 30.45027
Longitude: -101.72945

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Current weather conditions at Independence Creek, Texas
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Local climate location: SHEFFIELD 24 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Travelodge Ozona, Ozona
35 miles away
The Travelodge Ozona, RENOVATED IN 2009, is located in a nice quiet environment, featuring clean and comfortable rooms. AAA 2 Diamond Rating. The Hotel offers hi-speed internet access and FULL HOT BRE...

Super 8 Motel - Ozona, Ozona
35 miles away
A Pride of Super 8, this Motel offers Deluxe Single, Double rooms and spacious suites. A restaurant, gift shop, convenience store & gas station are located next door. We offer a heated indoor pool, sa...

Americas Best Value Inn/Ozona, Ozona
46 miles away
The Americas Best Value Inn, located in Ozona, Texas, is a one story property with 24 guest rooms with exterior corridors. All rooms offer cable TV with HBO, speaker phone, data port, clock radio, a...



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 Hotels Near Independence Creek:
Travelodge Ozona, Ozona , 35 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Ozona, Ozona , 35 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn/Ozona, Ozona , 46 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites OZONA, Ozona , 46 miles away
Best Western Ozona Inn, Ozona , 46 miles away
 Trails Near Independence Creek:
Fort Lancaster State Historic Site Trail, Crockett County , 14 miles away

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