Missouri whitewater, Stouts Creek Iron Madison county, Lake Killarney to St. Francis River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     4.7 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Missouri are easier than the national norm, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. The Lake Killarney to St. Francis River section of Stouts Creek is 4.7 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance     because these hotels fill up quick. There's camping available near Stouts Creek. When you're paddling down a Ozarks river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. On this section you do get some distance, you can easily run it on an afternoon. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the Lake Killarney to St. Francis River section is one of them. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. The starting location is a short drive from Farmington,   if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The natural beauty of Missouri and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Briefly about the general area: During your spree to Stouts Creek you'll meet some folks from Ironton for sure. Elephant Rocks State Park is a good place to go if you're at Stouts Creek, and the Silver Mine Trail offers hiking at its best. This river has it all. Taum Sauk Mountain State Park is worth stopping at if you're at Stouts Creek, and Stouts Creek is right by the Taum Sauk Trail. Stouts Creek, Lake Killarney to St. Francis River 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 Stouts Creek.   Whitewater Near Stouts Creek: Stouts Creek, Iron/ Madison County, 2 miles away       Class II - 4.7 miles long (Lake Killarney to St. Francis River) St. Francis River, Madison County, 2 miles away       Class II - 3.2 miles long (Highway 72 to Millstream Gardens) Brewers Creek, St. Francois - Iron - Madison County, 4 miles away       Class III - 7 miles long (Highway V to Highway MM) St. Francis River, Madison County, 5 miles away       Class II-IV - 2.3 miles long (Millstream Gardens to Silver Mines) Lower Rock Creek, Madison County, 5 miles away       Class IV - 3 miles long (Barren Hollow to Highway E) Mud Creek, Madison County, 5 miles away       Class IV+ - 1.4 miles long (Highway D to St. Francis River) Turkey Creek, Madison County, 7 miles away       Class III-IV - 2.6 miles long (Highway 72 to St. Francis River) St. Francis River, Madison Wayne County, 7 miles away       Class I - 55.4 miles long (Silver Mines Recreation Area to Highway 67) Little Rock Creek, Madison County, 8 miles away       Class IV+ - 1 miles long (Off of Highway E) Marble Creek, Madison County, 8 miles away       Class II - 3.8 miles long (USFS Marble Creek Camp Ground to CR 427)   Ski Areas Near Stouts Creek: Hidden Valley, Missouri , 52 miles away, 250 foot drop, 6 lifts, 9 runs   Hotels Near Stouts Creek: Plain Fancy Bed Breakfast, Ironton , 3 miles away Tradition Inn, Farmington , 12 miles away Quality Inn Farmington, Farmington , 12 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites FARMINGTON, Farmington , 12 miles away Super 8 Farmington, Farmington , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near Stouts Creek: Silver Mines, Knob Lick, 7 miles away Marble Creek, Annapolis, 8 miles away Bismarck Camp, Bismarck, 11 miles away   Trails Near Stouts Creek: Silver Mine Trail, Madison , 7 miles away Taum Sauk Trail, Iron , 10 miles away Crane Lake Trail, Iron , 11 miles away   Public Lands Near Stouts Creek: Ozark National Scenic River, Van Buren - MO , 45 miles away Elephant Rocks State Park, Missouri , 11 miles away Taum Sauk Mountain State Park, Missouri , 12 miles away St. Joe State Park, Missouri , 15 miles away   Golf Courses Near Stouts Creek: Arcadia Valley Country Club, Ironton , 7 miles away Crown Pointe Golf Club, Farmington , 14 miles away Madison County Country Club, Fredericktown , 14 miles away   Lakes Near Stouts Creek Lake Sacajawea, Washington , 16 miles away Mine La Motte Lake, Madison , 16 miles away