Kentucky whitewater, Galloway Creek Madison county, Confluence of Smith Fork to Kentucky River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     2.5 miles   The Confluence of Smith Fork to Kentucky River section of Galloway Creek in Kentucky is 2.5 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Lexington-Fayette. The campgrounds here at Galloway Creek are pretty good. The beautiful scenery of Kentucky and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good     places for that around here. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. 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. There are no other sections to paddle along Galloway Creek than the Confluence of Smith Fork to Kentucky River section. This section is quite short so no need to bring snacks. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Kentucky are often more forgiving than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers in this state are not as hard as elsewhere. Briefly   about the general area: Galloway Creek is close to Fort Boonesborough State Park which is a gorgeous location; lots of people from Richmond come here. Galloway Creek sees pretty high levels of rainfall. The month with most of the rain is July, and October meanwhile is the driest month. Throughout the warm months highs here at Galloway Creek reach the 80's with night lows in the 60's. Daytime highs all through the wintertime are in the 30's; night lows in the 20's for Galloway Creek.     Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Galloway Creek.   Whitewater Near Galloway Creek: Jouett Creek, Clark County, 2 miles away       Class IV - 1.8 miles long (Kentucky 418 to Kentucky River) Howard's Creek, Clark County, 3 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 5 miles long (Old Stone Church Road to Kentucky River) Calloway Creek, Madison County, 4 miles away       Class II-IV - 2.5 miles long (Confluence of Smith Fork to Kentucky River) Otter Creek, Madison County, 4 miles away       Class II(III) - 6 miles long (West Fork to Kentucky388 Bridge) Four Mile Creek, Clark County, 4 miles away       Class II-III+ - 2 miles long (Four Mile Road Bridge to Confluence with Kentucky River) Otter Creek, Madison County, 4 miles away       Class -blank- - 2 miles long (East Fork to Kentucky 388 bridge) Boone Creek, Fayette/Clark County, 5 miles away       Class II(III) - 6.3 miles long (Kentucky 418 Bridge to Kentucky River) Muddy Creek, Madison County, 10 miles away       Class II(III) - 5 miles long (Oakley Wells Road Bridge to Close to Doylesville) Silver Creek, Madison County, 12 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 3 miles long (Curtis RoadBridge to Kentucky 876 Bridge) Tates Creek, Madison County, 12 miles away       Class II+(III) - 5 miles long (Million Kentucky to 169 Bridge)   Ski Areas Near Galloway Creek: Perfect North, Indiana , 81 miles away, 400 foot drop, 10 lifts, 23 runs Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 97 miles away, 600 foot drop, 4 lifts, 9 runs   Hotels Near Galloway Creek: Best Western Winchester Hotel, Winchester , 7 miles away Comfort Inn Winchester, Winchester , 7 miles away Days Inn Richmond, Richmond , 8 miles away Super 8 Richmond, Richmond , 8 miles away Red Roof Inn Richmond, KY, Richmond , 8 miles away   Campgrounds Near Galloway Creek: Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond, 0 miles away Clays Ferry Landing, Lexington, 5 miles away Grove - Daniel Boone National Forest, Winchester, 8 miles away   Public Lands Near Galloway Creek: Fort Boonesborough State Park, Kentucky , 0 miles away Daniel Boone National Forest, Kentucky , 29 miles away Blue Licks Battlefield State Park, Kentucky , 35 miles away   Golf Courses Near Galloway Creek: Southwind Golf Course, Winchester , 6 miles away Buggies Unlimited, Winchester , 7 miles away Sportland Golf Course, Winchester , 7 miles away   Lakes Near Galloway Creek Lake Reba, Madison , 9 miles away Lexington Reservoir Number 4, Fayette , 13 miles away