Texas whitewater, Hickory Creek River Llano county, County Road 109 to FM 152 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III(V+)     10 miles   The County Road 109 to FM 152 section of Hickory Creek River in Texas is 10 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III(V+) section. The nature scenery of Llano County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. 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 Hickory Creek River. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that lots of rivers in this state are good for beginners. If you're coming from Kerrville it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too.   A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: Near Hickory Creek River you find the Echo Canyon Trail which is a tremendous hiking trail. A spree to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area when you're here at Hickory Creek River is never a bad idea, and the Summit Trail is a delightful hiking trail close by. If you come to this river you will have a good time for sure. Lots of people from Castell come to Hickory Creek River. An average amount of precipitation falls at Hickory Creek River. May is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month is December. Hickory Creek River, County Road 109 to FM 152 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 Hickory Creek River.   Whitewater Near Hickory Creek River: Hickory Creek River, Llano County, 5 miles away       Class II-III(V+) - 10 miles long (County Road 109 to FM 152) Sixmile Creek, Llano County, 8 miles away       Class III - 5 miles long (FM 2323 to FM 152) Crabapple Creek, Gillespie County, 14 miles away       Class IV+ - 8 miles long (Eckert Road to FM 965) Beaver Creek, Mason County, 15 miles away       Class III - 11 miles long (Spring Branch Road to US 87) Llano River, Mason Llano County, 15 miles away       Class II(III) - 17 miles long (US 87 to CR 103) Llano River, Llano County, 16 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 19 miles long (Llano to FM 3404) North Grape Creek, Gillespie Blanco County, 22 miles away       Class II-III+ - 17.5 miles long (FM 1631 to Pedernales River) Sandy Creek, Llano County, 24 miles away       Class II+ - 4 miles long (Llano CR 310 to SH 71)   Hotels Near Hickory Creek River: Best Western Llano, Llano , 15 miles away Days Inn & Suites Llano, Llano , 16 miles away FredericksburgHillCountryHotel, Fredericksburg , 22 miles away Super 8 Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg , 23 miles away Hampton Inn - Suites Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg , 23 miles away   Campgrounds Near Hickory Creek River: Oxford Ranch Campground, Llano, 13 miles away Llano River Golf and RV Resort, Llano, 14 miles away Robinson City Park, Llano, 14 miles away   Trails Near Hickory Creek River: Summit Trail, Llano , 10 miles away Echo Canyon Trail, Llano , 10 miles away Loop Trail, Llano , 10 miles away   Public Lands Near Hickory Creek River: Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Texas , 10 miles away Inks Lake State Park, Texas , 36 miles away Longhorn Cavern State Park, Texas , 37 miles away   Golf Courses Near Hickory Creek River: Llano River Golf Course & Rv Resort, Llano , 8 miles away