Texas whitewater - James River, Mason County Mason county, FM 385 to FM 2389 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     18 miles   The fence that is being constructed by Star S Ranch will not prevent any one from navigating the James River. There will be a large door which will allow people to portage canoes and kayaks around the fence. Says W Scott It is my understanding that the Star S Ranch is building a game proof/ human fence across the James River. This is about 8 miles above where the James and Llano meet. Says T Osburn The scenic beauty of Texas and the water flowing gracefully down James River are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This section of     James River is 18 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Texas is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. The FM 385 to FM 2389 stretch is the only paddling stretch along James River. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with   not too many other rivers for that. Briefly about the general area: All through the long summer days at James River highs are usually in the 90's. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 60's. Highs through the winter are commonly in the 60's, and after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at James River fall into the 20's. James River is pretty waterless commonly; September is when you get the most rain here, and the driest of the months is December. James River, FM 385 to FM 2389 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 18 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 30.48305 Longitude: -99.44084 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 30.64749 Longitude: -99.24945 Paddler input for James River, Texas: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at James River, Texas Local climate location: MENARD 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Junction - Days Inn, Junction 28 miles away Welcome to the Days Inn Junction, Texas. This motel is set on the side of a hill, overlooking the beautiful Llano River. All of our spacious guestrooms feature FREE High Speed Wireless Internet, Coffe... Rodeway Inn Junction, Junction 30 miles away Coffee Maker, Refrigerator, hair dryer and Free High speed internet access in all rooms. Property features: seasonal outdoor pool, FREE continental breakfast, guest laundry facility, picnic area inclu... Best Western Dos Rios, Junction 30 miles away This Junction, Texas hotel was recently opened in March of 2007 and features beautifully-appointed guest rooms and a friendly courteous staff. The Best Western Dos Rios, located right off of Interst...   All Texas Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Texas. Books about whitewater paddling on James River, Texas List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on James River, Texas. Find a whitewater outfitter in Texas Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near James River.   Whitewater Near James River: Beaver Creek, Mason County , 18 miles away, Class III - 11 miles long (Spring Branch Road to US 87) Llano River, Kimble County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 12 miles long (Kimble CR 310 to Kimble CR 314) Llano River - Johnson Fork, Kimble County , 24 miles away, Class II - 3.5 miles long (FM 2169 to Kimble CR 320) Llano River, Mason Llano County , 25 miles away, Class II(III) - 17 miles long (US 87 to CR 103) San Saba River, Mason McCulloch San Saba County , 29 miles away, Class II - 40 miles long (FM 1311 to FM 2732)   Hotels Near James River: Junction - Days Inn, Junction , 28 miles away Rodeway Inn Junction, Junction , 30 miles away Best Western Dos Rios, Junction , 30 miles away Best Western Brady Inn, Brady , 32 miles away Brady Days Inn, Brady , 33 miles away   Camp Grounds Near James River: Llano River RV Park, Mason, 18 miles away