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Texas whitewater, Paluxy River
Summervell
county,
Somervell CR 1008 to Glen Rose Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-III 10 miles
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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 quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. This section of Paluxy River in Summervell County is 10 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The starting location is a short drive from Granbury, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road |
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map further down the page. No shortage of good hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. You can pitch a tent or park
| your RV at a nearby campground. The natural beauty of Summervell County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with not too many other spots for that. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff.
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about the general area:
You're sure to stumble upon some cheerful people from Glen Rose here, and Wildcat Hollow is another splendid location to check out close by. Going for a hike along the Dinosaur Valley State Park
Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this area. Going to Dinosaur Valley State Park right next door to Paluxy River is a wonderful thing to do. Summertime at Paluxy River arrives with high temperatures in the
90's. Summer overnight lows dip down to the 70's. All through the winter highs are mostly in the 50's while Paluxy River nighttime low temperatures throughout the wintertime are in the 30's.
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Paluxy River, Somervell CR 1008 to Glen Rose Park road map
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| These outdoors activities are available near Paluxy River. |
| | Whitewater Near Paluxy River:
Paluxy River, Summervell County, 3 miles away
Class II-III - 10 miles long (Somervell CR 1008 to Glen Rose Park) |
Steele Creek, Bosque County, 18 miles away
Class II+ - 10 miles long (Morgan to FM 56) |
North Bosque River, Hamilton Bosque County, 23 miles away
Class I-II - 14 miles long (Hico to Iredell) |
Meridian Creek, Bosque County, 27 miles away
Class II - 8 miles long (Bosque Cty Road 347 to SH 6) |
Nolan River, Hill County, 28 miles away
Class II - 6 miles long (SH 174 to Adair Spring Park) |
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| | Marinas Near Paluxy River:
Indian Harbor Marina, Granbury
, 10 miles away |
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Pecan Plantation Marina, Granbury
, 10 miles away |
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Cove Marina, Granbury
, 10 miles away |
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Mc Kelvey Marina, Granbury
, 11 miles away |
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De Cordova Bend Marina, Granbury
, 13 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near Paluxy River:
La Quinta Inn & Suites Glen Rose, Glen Rose
, 3 miles away |
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Best Western Dinosaur Valley Inn & Suites, Glen Rose
, 4 miles away |
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Comfort Inn & Suites Near Comanche Peak, Glen Rose
, 4 miles away |
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Quality Inn & Suites Glen Rose, Glen Rose
, 4 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites GLEN ROSE, Glen Rose
, 4 miles away |
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| | Trails Near Paluxy River:
Dinosaur Valley State Park Trail, Somervell
, 1 miles away |
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Cleburne State Park Trail, Johnson
, 17 miles away |
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| | Public Lands Near Paluxy River:
Dinosaur Valley State Park, Texas
, 3 miles away |
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Cleburne State Park, Texas
, 17 miles away |
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Meridian State Park, Texas
, 21 miles away |
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| | Golf Courses Near Paluxy River:
Squaw Valley Golf Course, Glen Rose
, 4 miles away |
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Pecan Plantation Country Club, Granbury
, 10 miles away |
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Harbor Lakes Golf Club, Granbury
, 11 miles away |
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US Whitewater > Texas > Paluxy River
Squaw Creek Reservoir, Somervell
, 4 miles away
