Missouri whitewater, Big Creek Iron Wayne county, Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     19.2 miles   I kayaked the big creek May 5 at 3ft from Des Arc to Sam A. Baker take out at 143 bridge, it was an 11 mile float and very enjoible for Missouri waters. There were whitewater sections about every 1/4 mile and was all under class II, the rock gardens kept me on my toes but was not difficult at all. I would recomend trying this creek (river) to anyone seeking excitment and is not to experienced to try the St. Francis. Cheers! Says Mike McCafferty     The starting point is not too far from Farmington, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The scenic beauty of Missouri and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter,   so why not pack your camp stove too. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. The beauty of the Ozarks is a great plus for this river. The Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park section of Big Creek in Missouri is 19.2 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. Big Creek, Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Big Creek.   Whitewater Near Big Creek: Crane Pond Creek, Iron County, 6 miles away       Class III-IV - 2.1 miles long (Crane Lake to County Road 134) Big Creek, Iron Wayne County, 7 miles away       Class I-II - 19.2 miles long (Highway K west of Annapolis to Sam Baker State Park) Marble Creek, Madison County, 9 miles away       Class II - 3.8 miles long (USFS Marble Creek Camp Ground to CR 427) Little Rock Creek, Madison County, 11 miles away       Class IV+ - 1 miles long (Off of Highway E) Lower Rock Creek, Madison County, 13 miles away       Class IV - 3 miles long (Barren Hollow to Highway E) Carver Creek, Iron County, 14 miles away       Class IV - 1 miles long (Highway AA to county road off of Highway AA) Black River, Wayne Butler County, 15 miles away       Class I - 37.5 miles long (Clearwater Dam to Highway W) Stouts Creek, Iron/ Madison County, 16 miles away       Class II - 4.7 miles long (Lake Killarney to St. Francis River) Mud Creek, Madison County, 17 miles away       Class IV+ - 1.4 miles long (Highway D to St. Francis River) Taum Sauk Creek, Iron - Reynolds County, 17 miles away       Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Taum Sauk Mountain to Little Taum Sauk Creek)   Ski Areas Near Big Creek: Hidden Valley, Missouri , 67 miles away, 250 foot drop, 6 lifts, 9 runs   Marinas Near Big Creek: BLUFF View Marina, Piedmont , 11 miles away Clearwater Marina, Piedmont , 11 miles away Webb Creek Marina, Ellington , 12 miles away   Hotels Near Big Creek: Plain Fancy Bed Breakfast, Ironton , 15 miles away Tradition Inn, Farmington , 28 miles away Quality Inn Farmington, Farmington , 28 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites FARMINGTON, Farmington , 28 miles away Super 8 Farmington, Farmington , 29 miles away   Campgrounds Near Big Creek: Graves Mountain Camp, Lodi, 6 miles away Wappapello Lake Lot 6, Patterson, 7 miles away Wappapello Lake Lot 5, Lodi, 8 miles away   Trails Near Big Creek: Crane Lake Trail, Iron , 6 miles away Johnson Natural Area Backpack Trail, Wayne , 17 miles away Taum Sauk Trail, Iron , 17 miles away Silver Mine Trail, Madison , 18 miles away   Public Lands Near Big Creek: Ozark National Scenic River, Van Buren - MO , 32 miles away Sam A. Baker State Park, Missouri , 6 miles away Elephant Rocks State Park, Missouri , 20 miles away Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park, Missouri , 21 miles away   Golf Courses Near Big Creek: Piedmont Canyon Club, Piedmont , 12 miles away Arcadia Valley Country Club, Ironton , 16 miles away