Texas whitewater - Steele Creek, Bosque County

Bosque county, Morgan to FM 56 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     10 miles
  The Morgan to FM 56 stretch of Steele Creek in Texas is 10 miles long and is a class II+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Granbury, as you can see on the road map further down. The natural beauty of Bosque County and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots
    in Texas tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. The Morgan to FM 56 section is the only paddling section along Steele Creek. The campgrounds here at Steele Creek are pretty
good. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so pack your sleeping bag.

Briefly about the general area:
During the warm months, highs typically are in the 90's at Steele Creek. Summer overnight lows descend down to the 70's. During the wintertime highs are frequently in the 50's with temperatures at Steele Creek dipping down into the 20's during winter nights.
An average amount
 
of rainfall falls at Steele Creek; the wettest month of the year is typically May, that's the one that rains the most, and the driest of the months is December.

Steele Creek, Morgan to FM 56 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 10 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 32.0086
Longitude: -97.61778

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 32.00305
Longitude: -97.48306

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Current weather conditions at Steele Creek, Texas
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Local climate location: GLEN ROSE 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Velkommen, Clifton
13 miles away
Stay at this recently built Clifton hotel situated in the Norwegian capital of Texas and offering guests exceptional service. The Best Western Velkommen in Clifton is close to recreational activitie...

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Glen Rose, Glen Rose
19 miles away
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Comfort Inn & Suites, Glen Rose
19 miles away
The Comfort Inn and Suites is conveniently located minutes from Dinosaur Valley State Park, the new Dino World, Squaw Valley Golf Course, the Brazos and Paluxy Rivers, and The Promise Ampitheatre. Ho...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Steele Creek.
 Whitewater Near Steele Creek:
Nolan River, Hill County , 13 miles away, Class II - 6 miles long (SH 174 to Adair Spring Park)
Meridian Creek, Bosque County , 14 miles away, Class II - 8 miles long (Bosque Cty Road 347 to SH 6)
Childress Creek, Bosque McLennan County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 17 miles long (Cayote to FM 2490)
Paluxy River, Summervell County , 22 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Somervell CR 1008 to Glen Rose Park)
North Bosque River, Hamilton Bosque County , 27 miles away, Class I-II - 14 miles long (Hico to Iredell)
Hog Creek, McLennan County , 28 miles away, Class II - 13 miles long (Patton Church to Speegleville Road)
Tonkawa Creek, McLennan County , 29 miles away, Class III - 0.1 miles long (Tonkawa Falls)
Middle Bosque River, McLennan County , 30 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (Crawford to FM 3047)
 Hotels Near Steele Creek:
Best Western Velkommen, Clifton , 13 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Glen Rose, Glen Rose , 19 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Glen Rose , 19 miles away
Best Western Dinosaur Valley Inn & Suites, Glen Rose , 19 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites GLEN ROSE, Glen Rose , 19 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Steele Creek:
Meridian State Park, Meridian, 9 miles away
Hill Country RV Park, Meridian, 9 miles away
Lake Whitney Recreational Vehicle Community, Whitney, 11 miles away
 Trails Near Steele Creek:
Meridian State Park Trail, Bosque County , 12 miles away
Bosque Trail, Bosque County , 13 miles away
Lake Whitney State Park Hiking Trail, Hill County , 14 miles away
Cleburne State Park Trail, Johnson County , 15 miles away

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