Missouri whitewater, St. Francis River Madison Wayne county, Silver Mines Recreation Area to Highway 67 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I     55.4 miles   Can you take a fishing boat on the St. Francis River and get in it around Farmington, MO and take it all the way to Lake Wappello? Asking for a friend. Jane msjjbaker@yahoo.com Says Jane It's awesome. Says Big Bill This stretch of St. Francis River is 55.4 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I section of whitewater. The put-in is not too far from Farmington, as you can see on the road map further     down. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers in this state are less demanding. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. The campgrounds here at St. Francis River are pretty good. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so better bring your camping gear along. 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. The Ozarks scenery is   wonderful. The nature scenery of Madison Wayne County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Briefly about the general area: Go for a hike on the Johnson Natural Area Backpack Trail, and Stillhouse Spring is a magnificent local attraction. You'll beyond doubt wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the entertaining things in the Ozarks. Places like Sam A. Baker State Park are great to go to; don't leave St. Francis River without first going for a hike along the Silver Mine Trail. St. Francis River, Silver Mines Recreation Area to Highway 67 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 St. Francis River.   Whitewater Near St. Francis River: Little Rock Creek, Madison County, 8 miles away       Class IV+ - 1 miles long (Off of Highway E) Marble Creek, Madison County, 10 miles away       Class II - 3.8 miles long (USFS Marble Creek Camp Ground to CR 427) Lower Rock Creek, Madison County, 11 miles away       Class IV - 3 miles long (Barren Hollow to Highway E) St. Francis River, Madison Wayne County, 13 miles away       Class I - 55.4 miles long (Silver Mines Recreation Area to Highway 67) Mud Creek, Madison County, 13 miles away       Class IV+ - 1.4 miles long (Highway D to St. Francis River) Crane Pond Creek, Iron County, 13 miles away       Class III-IV - 2.1 miles long (Crane Lake to County Road 134) St. Francis River, Madison County, 14 miles away       Class II-IV - 2.3 miles long (Millstream Gardens to Silver Mines) Turkey Creek, Madison County, 14 miles away       Class III-IV - 2.6 miles long (Highway 72 to St. Francis River) St. Francis River, Madison County, 15 miles away       Class II - 3.2 miles long (Highway 72 to Millstream Gardens) Little St. Francis River, Madison County, 16 miles away       Class I - 15 miles long (Highway 72 to St. Francis River)   Ski Areas Near St. Francis River: Hidden Valley, Missouri , 68 miles away, 250 foot drop, 6 lifts, 9 runs   Marinas Near St. Francis River: BLUFF View Marina, Piedmont , 20 miles away Clearwater Marina, Piedmont , 20 miles away   Hotels Near St. Francis River: Plain Fancy Bed Breakfast, Ironton , 17 miles away Tradition Inn, Farmington , 25 miles away Quality Inn Farmington, Farmington , 25 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites FARMINGTON, Farmington , 25 miles away Super 8 Farmington, Farmington , 26 miles away   Campgrounds Near St. Francis River: Coldwater Access, Lodi, 2 miles away Coldwater Camp Lot 1, Silva, 3 miles away Sam A. Baker State Park - Equestrian, Lodi, 5 miles away   Public Lands Near St. Francis River: Ozark National Scenic River, Van Buren - MO , 42 miles away Sam A. Baker State Park, Missouri , 6 miles away Lake Wappapello State Park, Missouri , 21 miles away Elephant Rocks State Park, Missouri , 25 miles away   Lakes Near St. Francis River Newman Lake, Madison , 16 miles away Mine La Motte Lake, Madison , 19 miles away