Trip List

DateStateRiverStartEndDistanceConditionFishingDetails
Click for details2020-09-19 MO Bates County Drainage Ditch Old Town Access Old Town Access Total trip distance: 7.3 miles4.1 Good None NoneNone Bass, Neil
Edmond, Brian
Bass, Neil; Edmond, Brian
We moved the turtle traps to the drainage ditch the next day and then paddled a couple of miles upstream looking for turtles and snakes.We moved the turtle traps to the drainage ditch the next day and then paddled a couple of miles upstream looking for turtles and snakes. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-09-20 MO Bates County Drainage Ditch Old Town Access Old Town Access Total trip distance: 7.3 miles0.7 Good None NoneNone Bass, Neil
Edmond, Brian
Bass, Neil; Edmond, Brian
We checked the turtle traps and they were all empty. Then, we paddled downstream of the boat ramp to check out a rocky riffle area where we found a Yellowbelly Watersnake, several Western Ribbonsnakes, lots of Southern Leopard Frogs, and maybe a few Plains Leopard Frogs. We also found Northern Cricket Frogs here and a Bullfrog, Northern Cricket Frogs, and Southern Leopard Frogs at the boat ramp.We checked the turtle traps and they were all empty. Then, we paddled downstream of the boat ramp to check out a rocky riffle area where we found a Yellowbelly Watersnake, several Western Ribbonsnakes, lots of Southern Leopard Frogs, and maybe a few Plains Leopard Frogs. We also found Northern Cricket Frogs here and a Bullfrog, Northern Cricket Frogs, and Southern Leopard Frogs at the boat ramp. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2009-08-19 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Low Excellent SMB
RB
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brian
Ligon, Day
Fillmore, Brian; Ligon, Day
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 77
Height: 1.81
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 77<br />Height: 1.81
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2009-08-22 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Poor None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 74
Height: 1.79
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 74<br />Height: 1.79
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-04-21 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Good SMB
RB
SMB, RB
Coroleuski, Linda
Edmond, Brian
Ligon, Day
McKnight, Don
Coroleuski, Linda; Edmond, Brian; Ligon, Day; McKnight, Don
The river level was nearly perfect although there were a few places where the water level was a bit low. I wouldn't want to float this river any lower than this, except as a good fishing trip.The river level was nearly perfect although there were a few places where the water level was a bit low. I wouldn't want to float this river any lower than this, except as a good fishing trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 210
Height: 2.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 210<br />Height: 2.63
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-07-16 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Excellent LSF
GSF
LMB
SMB
RB
LSF, GSF, LMB, SMB, RB
Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Van Someren, Tom
This was an excellent float trip. The water was nearly perfect (a little bit higher would have been nice but it was fantastic just like this). Joe caught more than 50 fish. I caught nearly 30 or more. Even when we didn't catch anything, we could feel fish hitting the lure.This was an excellent float trip. The water was nearly perfect (a little bit higher would have been nice but it was fantastic just like this). Joe caught more than 50 fish. I caught nearly 30 or more. Even when we didn't catch anything, we could feel fish hitting the lure. USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 276
Height: 3.15
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 276<br />Height: 3.15
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-04-01 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Good LSF
SMB
LSF, SMB
Arnold, Al
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Arnold, Al; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom
The water was still high but coming down. It was relatively clear but still murky. At about 2/3 and 3/4, there were at least three tree obstacles that would have blocked us at a lower water level. Fortunately, there is an outfitter at Brownbranch that does some work clearing the river.The water was still high but coming down. It was relatively clear but still murky. At about 2/3 and 3/4, there were at least three tree obstacles that would have blocked us at a lower water level. Fortunately, there is an outfitter at Brownbranch that does some work clearing the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 532
Height: 4.01
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 532<br />Height: 4.01
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-09-02 MO Beaver Creek Bradleyville Sam Day Road Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good None NoneNone Henderson, Barry
Kendall
Miller
Winslow
Henderson, Barry; Kendall; Miller; Winslow
Good water, tight sunken channel, not a lot of scraping. Some log jams, and tricky spots. Both accesses were pretty tight. Put in at Bradleyville, down Church Street, then left on gravel road behind house, through field, under bridge. Take out was just as tight, but few cars there.Good water, tight sunken channel, not a lot of scraping. Some log jams, and tricky spots. Both accesses were pretty tight. Put in at Bradleyville, down Church Street, then left on gravel road behind house, through field, under bridge. Take out was just as tight, but few cars there. USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 153
Height: 2.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 153<br />Height: 2.86
Source: HendersonSource: Henderson
Click for details2019-04-21 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Fair BLG
GSF
SMB
BLG, GSF, SMB
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Dudenhoffer, Todd
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Dudenhoffer, Todd; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was absolutely STELLAR, moving along great the entire length. No obstructions in the river, either. While the number of fish we caught placed us in the "fair" region we all judged the fishing as "poor". Note too: Beaver Creek Canoe Rental is charging floaters a $10 per boat "Access fee" to put in there.The water level was absolutely STELLAR, moving along great the entire length. No obstructions in the river, either. While the number of fish we caught placed us in the USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 496
Height: 3.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 496<br />Height: 3.96
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-05-25 MO Beaver Creek Jackson Mill CR 437 Total trip distance: 9.2 miles9.2 Good Great GSF
RB
SMB
GSF, RB, SMB
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grindstaff, Brian
Grindstaff, Nathaniel
Hayes, Katie
Larsen, Lisa
Travers, Gina
Tuter, Kristin
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grindstaff, Brian; Grindstaff, Nathaniel; Hayes, Katie; Larsen, Lisa; Travers, Gina; Tuter, Kristin; Van Someren, Tom
The water level on this trip was nearly perfect. There is no access at MO 76 despite the guidebook information. We put in at Jackson Hollow instead. The takeout is now gated and the landowner there is not friendly to paddlers (as we were told by some locals).The water level on this trip was nearly perfect. There is no access at MO 76 despite the guidebook information. We put in at Jackson Hollow instead. The takeout is now gated and the landowner there is not friendly to paddlers (as we were told by some locals). USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 629
Height: 4.43
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 629<br />Height: 4.43
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-06-14 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Fair GSF
LMB
LSF
SMB
GSF, LMB, LSF, SMB
Bartlett, Renee
Bullard, Loring
Jones, Marianne
Knowlton, Laurie
Siegfried, Beth
Bartlett, Renee; Bullard, Loring; Jones, Marianne; Knowlton, Laurie; Siegfried, Beth
The 2019 Flag Day Float had near perfect weather. Water levels were great. No major obstacles. Absolutely no crowds, didn't see another group all day. Fishing was fair. Was literally "spanked" by a fish.The 2019 Flag Day Float had near perfect weather. Water levels were great. No major obstacles. Absolutely no crowds, didn't see another group all day. Fishing was fair. Was literally USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 258
Height: 3.35
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 258<br />Height: 3.35
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-04-21 MO Beaver Creek Bradleyville Sam Day Road Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This is the float that will forever be known as the "Fuck the Beaver" float. It begins with a huge sinkhole full of mud near the put in requiring a portage of 50 yards or so to the water. (Note: walking thru the sinkhole may result in the loss of your shoes.) Just downriver from the put in, a downed tree makes a tricky obstacle. We ended up with two boats tipped over. Otherwise, this was a quick, pretty stretch of river with only one or two other minor obstacles, the last of which claimed my hat, sunglasses and lawn chair. Fishing is unknown since my new birthday pole was broken in 3 pieces on this float. This section was fairly busy with multiple groups of floaters. However, we did find a nice shaded gravel bar for a wonderful lunch. In addition, there were lots of long, low water level stretches that did not require portage at this level but that might make this section less than ideal at a lower level.This is the float that will forever be known as the USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 511
Height: 3.81
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 511<br />Height: 3.81
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-11-28 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Good SMBSMB Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 442
Height: 4.02
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 442<br />Height: 4.02
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-05-08 MO Beaver Creek CR 437 Brownbranch Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 High Great LMB
RB
RSF
SMB
LMB, RB, RSF, SMB
Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott
We had the creek to ourselves on a Saturday due to rain falling in the morning. The water was up and flowing a little too fast for adequate fishing conditions, but we still caught tons of rock bass and smallmouth. There were a couple of tricky portages around some trees and rapids, but overall it turned into a beautiful afternoon on the water. I would recommend the area below Brownbranch for better fishing.We had the creek to ourselves on a Saturday due to rain falling in the morning. The water was up and flowing a little too fast for adequate fishing conditions, but we still caught tons of rock bass and smallmouth. There were a couple of tricky portages around some trees and rapids, but overall it turned into a beautiful afternoon on the water. I would recommend the area below Brownbranch for better fishing. USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 679
Height: 4.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 679<br />Height: 4.60
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-09-04 MO Beaver Creek Sam Day Road Hoot Owl Hollow (A) Total trip distance: 11.4 miles7.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian
This was an overnight trip with just the four of us. Water levels looked good for Beaver Creek and it was close so we decided to give it a try (the Northfork, our original destination, was flooding with the recent rain events). I was surprised to see the water murky, almost muddy. The shuttle to Long Creek Road was more than an hour as it was not direct. We stopped for an extended period at Brushy Creek which was a cool, clear stream that mixed with the muddy waters of Beaver Creek. We ate lunch and made our way to the camp site just above Hoot Owl Hollow. Dinner was burgers, mac and cheese, broccoli / sugar snap peas / mushrooms, and s'mores for dessert. Although the night was clear and fairly warm, we were tired and didn't stay up late. The water level on this day was not that high despite the murkiness of the water. It didn't warrant a "High" rating although it was really running down at Long Creek. I think we managed to get on the river as it was dropping rapidly (see the difference in water level between the two days). Alex and I ran the shuttle, Joseph and Julian stayed behind.This was an overnight trip with just the four of us. Water levels looked good for Beaver Creek and it was close so we decided to give it a try (the Northfork, our original destination, was flooding with the recent rain events). I was surprised to see the water murky, almost muddy. The shuttle to Long Creek Road was more than an hour as it was not direct. We stopped for an extended period at Brushy Creek which was a cool, clear stream that mixed with the muddy waters of Beaver Creek. We ate lunch and made our way to the camp site just above Hoot Owl Hollow. Dinner was burgers, mac and cheese, broccoli / sugar snap peas / mushrooms, and s'mores for dessert. Although the night was clear and fairly warm, we were tired and didn't stay up late. The water level on this day was not that high despite the murkiness of the water. It didn't warrant a USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 368
Height: 3.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 368<br />Height: 3.86
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-09-05 MO Beaver Creek Hoot Owl Hollow (A) Long Creek Road Total trip distance: 11.4 miles3.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian
We packed up camp and left the gravel bar shortly before 1000 hours after a breakfast of sausage / egg / cheese English muffin sandwiches and chocolate chip muffins. We were running low on water so I thawed the frozen water bottles I had in the cooler. It worked fine since we had eaten most of the food that needed refrigeration and the freezer packs were holding out. The river water had cleared considerably but was still flowing well. Because the river ended up in several braided channels, we did have some difficulty with dragging at riffles in a few places. There were also some dangerous areas, including a riffle that would have been impossible to navigate successfully in even a kayak. We avoided these and nobody tipped over although I scraped past a root wad and ended up with a minor contusion on the top of my head and lost my paddle in the process. Luckily, Alex retrieved it for me. We stopped in a few places to get out and explore and swim. We were at the takeout by 1300 hours. Since everyone had to fit in the car, we packed the gear in an upright canoe and repacked at the put-in to have a good trip home. We arrived at home by 1700 hours after a stop at Andy's on South Campbell.We packed up camp and left the gravel bar shortly before 1000 hours after a breakfast of sausage / egg / cheese English muffin sandwiches and chocolate chip muffins. We were running low on water so I thawed the frozen water bottles I had in the cooler. It worked fine since we had eaten most of the food that needed refrigeration and the freezer packs were holding out. The river water had cleared considerably but was still flowing well. Because the river ended up in several braided channels, we did have some difficulty with dragging at riffles in a few places. There were also some dangerous areas, including a riffle that would have been impossible to navigate successfully in even a kayak. We avoided these and nobody tipped over although I scraped past a root wad and ended up with a minor contusion on the top of my head and lost my paddle in the process. Luckily, Alex retrieved it for me. We stopped in a few places to get out and explore and swim. We were at the takeout by 1300 hours. Since everyone had to fit in the car, we packed the gear in an upright canoe and repacked at the put-in to have a good trip home. We arrived at home by 1700 hours after a stop at Andy's on South Campbell. USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 169
Height: 3.43
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 169<br />Height: 3.43
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-06-19 MO Beaver Creek Brownbranch Bradleyville Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Excellent GSF
KSB
LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
GSF, KSB, LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott
On the river at 0800 and off at 1730 with sunny skies and a high of 88 degrees. The cost to put in at Brownbranch is about $10, so budget accordingly. The water level was ideal for fishing and floating. There was a slight stain to the water, which was in part to the creek still coming down from a flood the week prior. A few new trees were down in the water from the recent flood, which made a few technical spots to paddle through. Also, if the water level is any lower than this, there are many riffles that would need to be waded, with slick rocks as a hazard. The final riffle into Bradleyville is a real doozy, so be careful when making that last descent. Most fish were caught using finesse patterns, targeting structure found in the deeper and shaded areas of the creek channel. We caught mostly 10"-12" smallies with a few over 14" and lots of Ozark bass. Overall between Dad and myself, we caught over 100 fish on the day. One of the best fishing floats in Ozarks.On the river at 0800 and off at 1730 with sunny skies and a high of 88 degrees. The cost to put in at Brownbranch is about $10, so budget accordingly. The water level was ideal for fishing and floating. There was a slight stain to the water, which was in part to the creek still coming down from a flood the week prior. A few new trees were down in the water from the recent flood, which made a few technical spots to paddle through. Also, if the water level is any lower than this, there are many riffles that would need to be waded, with slick rocks as a hazard. The final riffle into Bradleyville is a real doozy, so be careful when making that last descent. Most fish were caught using finesse patterns, targeting structure found in the deeper and shaded areas of the creek channel. We caught mostly 10 USGS Gauge Data:
Bradleyville (07054080)
Discharge: 241
Height: 3.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bradleyville (07054080)<br />Discharge: 241<br />Height: 3.65
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2009-05-08 MO Big Creek MO 143 Saint Francis River Total trip distance: 11.6 miles11.3 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Sam Baker State Park (07037300)
Discharge: 497
Height: 2.94
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sam Baker State Park (07037300)<br />Discharge: 497<br />Height: 2.94
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2003-08-16 MO Big Piney River Sandy Shoals Boiling Springs Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Ballard, Kevin
Ballard, Paige
Ballard, Webb
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Rich
Edmond, Susie
Grote, Jordan
Hays, Chloe
Hays, Kim
Houseworth, Bart
Houseworth, Julie
Parker, Mike
Parker, Teriann
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Kaleb
Storts, Kylie Jo
Storts, Todd
Ballard, Christina; Ballard, Kevin; Ballard, Paige; Ballard, Webb; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Rich; Edmond, Susie; Grote, Jordan; Hays, Chloe; Hays, Kim; Houseworth, Bart; Houseworth, Julie; Parker, Mike; Parker, Teriann; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Kaleb; Storts, Kylie Jo; Storts, Todd
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 125
Height: 2.42
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 125<br />Height: 2.42
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2004-05-16 MO Big Piney River Six Crossings Ross Total trip distance: 4.7 miles4.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Ince, Brianne
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Ince, Brianne
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 575
Height: 3.75
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 575<br />Height: 3.75
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-12-14 MO Big Piney River Mason Bridge Slabtown Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Ligon, Day
McKnight, Don
McKnight, Jen
Ligon, Day; McKnight, Don; McKnight, Jen
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 253
Height: 2.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 253<br />Height: 2.92
Source: LigonSource: Ligon
Click for details2015-09-12 MO Big Piney River Boiling Springs Mason Bridge Total trip distance: 15.0 miles6.0 Good Good KSB
LSF
RB
SMB
KSB, LSF, RB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Ligon, Day
Fillmore, Brian; Ligon, Day
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 225
Height: 2.80
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 225<br />Height: 2.80
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-09-13 MO Big Piney River Mason Bridge Slabtown Total trip distance: 15.0 miles9.0 Good Good KSB
LSF
RB
SMB
KSB, LSF, RB, SMB
Fillmore, Allie
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Jenny
Fillmore, Keith
Fillmore, Allie; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Jenny; Fillmore, Keith
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 217
Height: 2.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 217<br />Height: 2.77
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-09-03 MO Big Piney River Boiling Springs Mason Bridge Total trip distance: 28.4 miles6.0 Good Poor RBRB Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
Van Someren, Tom
Williamson, Amelia
Williamson, Charlie
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya; Van Someren, Tom; Williamson, Amelia; Williamson, Charlie
The water level was good through most areas. There were a few tricky sections, including one where we pulled the canoes through manually. There were several very long, still pools in this section (and further downstream as well).The water level was good through most areas. There were a few tricky sections, including one where we pulled the canoes through manually. There were several very long, still pools in this section (and further downstream as well). USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 197
Height: 2.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 197<br />Height: 2.85
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-09-03 MO Big Piney River Mason Bridge Hazelton Spring (A) Total trip distance: 28.4 miles4.3 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Camped out Saturday night just above Hazelton Spring (mile 36.1).Camped out Saturday night just above Hazelton Spring (mile 36.1). USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 197
Height: 2.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 197<br />Height: 2.85
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-09-04 MO Big Piney River Hazelton Spring (A) Six Crossings (B) Total trip distance: 28.4 miles14.9 Good Fair RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Camped out Sunday on a small sand bar at mile 51 (37.643281, -92.060840).Camped out Sunday on a small sand bar at mile 51 (37.643281, -92.060840). USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 192
Height: 2.83
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 192<br />Height: 2.83
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-09-05 MO Big Piney River Six Crossings (B) Ross Bridge Total trip distance: 28.4 miles3.2 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom This section had way too many long, slow, lake-ish pools with virtually no current.This section had way too many long, slow, lake-ish pools with virtually no current. USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 187
Height: 2.81
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 187<br />Height: 2.81
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-07-10 MO Big Piney River Slabtown Ross Bridge Total trip distance: 17.0 miles17.0 Good Fair SMBSMB Voltz, Amy
Voltz, David
Voltz, James
Voltz, Peggy
Voltz, Amy; Voltz, David; Voltz, James; Voltz, Peggy
Camped on sandbar, saw no one for two days. (Combined two-day trip record.)Camped on sandbar, saw no one for two days. (Combined two-day trip record.) USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 317
Height: 2.93
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 317<br />Height: 2.93
Source: VoltzSource: Voltz
Click for details2020-06-25 MO Big Piney River Sand Shoals Boiling Spring Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Feistner, John
Fiestner, S
Lamb, J
Lamb, L
Osborn, C
Osborn, M
Schroeppel, B
Schroeppel, K
Feistner, John; Fiestner, S; Lamb, J; Lamb, L; Osborn, C; Osborn, M; Schroeppel, B; Schroeppel, K
Water was nearly perfect at this float level. Had six kayaks and one canoe. Dragged in just a few places and most of the low areas were easy to read. It would seem a three inch drop in the water level would make for a float that would take more care getting through the low spots. Overall, a great day and a pretty float. Did not see another boat on the river.Water was nearly perfect at this float level. Had six kayaks and one canoe. Dragged in just a few places and most of the low areas were easy to read. It would seem a three inch drop in the water level would make for a float that would take more care getting through the low spots. Overall, a great day and a pretty float. Did not see another boat on the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 486
Height: 3.35
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 486<br />Height: 3.35
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2022-05-22 MO Big Piney River Dogs Bluff Mineral Springs Total trip distance: 6.0 miles6.0 High Poor BLGBLG Cole, WillCole, Will NoneNone USGS Gauge Data:
Big Piney (06930000)
Discharge: 1840
Height: 5.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Big Piney (06930000)<br />Discharge: 1840<br />Height: 5.23
Source: ColeSource: Cole
Click for details2020-07-05 MO Big River Merrill Horse Browns Ford Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor NoneNone Bray, Matt
Hulsey, Derek
Bray, Matt; Hulsey, Derek
Water was not up but very muddy with visibility under a foot.Water was not up but very muddy with visibility under a foot. USGS Gauge Data:
Richwoods (07018100)
Discharge: 572
Height: 3.79
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Richwoods (07018100)<br />Discharge: 572<br />Height: 3.79
Source: BraySource: Bray
Click for details2005-05-29 MO Big Sugar Creek Cyclone Big Elk Camp Total trip distance: 9.9 miles9.9 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 130
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 130<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2013-06-27 MO Big Sugar Creek Mac's Big Rock Sugar Island Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 Low Fair SMB
KSB
LSF
SMB, KSB, LSF
Fillmore, Allie
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Jenny
Fillmore, Keith
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Allie; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Jenny; Fillmore, Keith; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 39
Height: 3.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 39<br />Height: 3.90
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-11-10 MO Big Sugar Creek Deep Ford Elk River Total trip distance: 4.1 miles4.1 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Javorsek, Rachie
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Javorsek, Rachie
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 48
Height: 4.28
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 48<br />Height: 4.28
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-10-15 MO Big Sugar Creek Powell Cyclone (B) Total trip distance: 14.6 miles9.6 Good Fair LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom The water level rating should actually be right between low and good. There was still enough water to navigate, but I had to push through several low water gravel bar-ish areas. Got bit by a spider on my right side under my arm.The water level rating should actually be right between low and good. There was still enough water to navigate, but I had to push through several low water gravel bar-ish areas. Got bit by a spider on my right side under my arm. USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 81
Height: 5.10
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 81<br />Height: 5.10
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-10-16 MO Big Sugar Creek Cyclone (B) Deep Ford Total trip distance: 14.6 miles5.0 Good Fair LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom The water level rating should actually be right between low and good. There was still enough water to navigate, but I had to push through several low water gravel bar-ish areas. Got bit by a spider on my right side under my arm.The water level rating should actually be right between low and good. There was still enough water to navigate, but I had to push through several low water gravel bar-ish areas. Got bit by a spider on my right side under my arm. USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 66
Height: 4.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 66<br />Height: 4.99
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-05-30 MO Big Sugar Creek Creekside Pineville Total trip distance: 17.2 miles17.2 Good None NoneNone Crowder, MelissaCrowder, Melissa Very good float. This did run quickly but the way was open and the water was only a little turbid.Very good float. This did run quickly but the way was open and the water was only a little turbid. USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 341
Height: 6.42
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 341<br />Height: 6.42
Source: CrowderSource: Crowder
Click for details2020-06-06 MO Big Sugar Creek Cyclone Sugar Island Total trip distance: 9.4 miles9.4 Good None NoneNone Crowder, MelissaCrowder, Melissa Much slower than previous weekend. Still floatable but slower. Dragging was avoidable.Much slower than previous weekend. Still floatable but slower. Dragging was avoidable. USGS Gauge Data:
Powell (07188653)
Discharge: 182
Height: 5.88
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powell (07188653)<br />Discharge: 182<br />Height: 5.88
Source: CrowderSource: Crowder
Click for details2016-11-12 MO Black River Mill Creek Bluff Cave Total trip distance: 14.3 miles8.3 Good Poor SMBSMB Coroleuski, Linda
Fillmore, Brian
Ligon, Day
Coroleuski, Linda; Fillmore, Brian; Ligon, Day
Beautiful river with excellent water clarity. Fishing was tough under bluebird skies. Camped on gravel bar just downstream of a spring coming from a cave on the bluff.Beautiful river with excellent water clarity. Fishing was tough under bluebird skies. Camped on gravel bar just downstream of a spring coming from a cave on the bluff. USGS Gauge Data:
Annapolis (07061500)
Discharge: 192
Height: 4.18
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Annapolis (07061500)<br />Discharge: 192<br />Height: 4.18
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-11-13 MO Black River Bluff Cave Rt K Total trip distance: 14.3 miles6.0 Good Poor LMBLMB Coroleuski, Linda
Fillmore, Brian
Ligon, Day
Coroleuski, Linda; Fillmore, Brian; Ligon, Day
Cold night of camping but beautiful day of floating.Cold night of camping but beautiful day of floating. USGS Gauge Data:
Annapolis (07061500)
Discharge: 189
Height: 4.17
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Annapolis (07061500)<br />Discharge: 189<br />Height: 4.17
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2021-10-17 MO Black River Markham Springs Hammer Total trip distance: 2.7 miles2.7 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Williamsville (07062575)
Discharge: 507
Height: 3.40
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Williamsville (07062575)<br />Discharge: 507<br />Height: 3.40
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2006-07-15 OK Blue River OK 7 Hughes Crossing Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 Low Excellent KSB
SMB
LMB
KSB,SMB,LMB
Fillmore, Brian
Graves, Grant
Munn, Casey
Fillmore, Brian; Graves, Grant; Munn, Casey
Many small waterfalls must be portaged. Tough float but worth it for the fishing.Many small waterfalls must be portaged. Tough float but worth it for the fishing. USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 35
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 35<br />Height:
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-05-04 OK Blue River OK 22 Durant Dam Total trip distance: 10.1 miles10.1 Good Good SMB
KSB
CCF
LSF
SMB, KSB, CCF, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Cooper, Matt
Lewis, Shane
Fillmore, Brian; Cooper, Matt; Lewis, Shane
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 47
Height: 5.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 47<br />Height: 5.65
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-06-06 OK Blue River Harris Ranch Road Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 High None NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Ligon, Day
Moore, Dan
Jarod
Fillmore, Brian; Ligon, Day; Moore, Dan; Jarod
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 819
Height: 7.45
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 819<br />Height: 7.45
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-07-12 OK Blue River Coatsworth Road OK 7 Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Low Great KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Gastineau, Kyler
Jackson, Antonio
White, Aaron
Fillmore, Brian; Gastineau, Kyler; Jackson, Antonio; White, Aaron
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 38
Height: 5.61
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 38<br />Height: 5.61
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-07-26 OK Blue River Coatsworth Road OK 7 Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Low Great SMB
KSB
LMB
SMB, KSB, LMB
Fillmore, Brian
Graves, Grant
Jones, Alex
Fillmore, Brian; Graves, Grant; Jones, Alex
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 42
Height: 5.64
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 42<br />Height: 5.64
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-08-17 OK Blue River US 377 Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 5.7 miles5.7 Low Great SMB
KSB
LMB
SMB, KSB, LMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 40
Height: 5.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 40<br />Height: 5.62
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-08-23 OK Blue River Cheadle Rd OK 48 Total trip distance: 3.8 miles3.8 Good Great SMB
KSB
CCF
LSF
SMB, KSB, CCF, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Simmons, Ralph
Fillmore, Brian; Simmons, Ralph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 34
Height: 5.59
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 34<br />Height: 5.59
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-10-19 OK Blue River US 377 Harris Ranch Road Total trip distance: 1.2 miles1.2 Low Good SMB
LMB
KSB
SMB, LMB, KSB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 26
Height: 5.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 26<br />Height: 5.53
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-10-21 OK Blue River US 377 Harris Ranch Road Total trip distance: 1.2 miles1.2 Low Good SMB
LMB
GSF
SMB, LMB, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Oliver, Scott
Fillmore, Brian; Oliver, Scott
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 25
Height: 5.52
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 25<br />Height: 5.52
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-07-17 OK Blue River US 377 Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 5.7 miles5.7 Good Great KSB
LSB
SMB
KSB, LSB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Ligon, Day
Spangler, S
Thompson, Denise
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Ligon, Day; Spangler, S; Thompson, Denise
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 302
Height: 6.45
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 302<br />Height: 6.45
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-07-28 OK Blue River US 377 Harris Ranch Road Total trip distance: 1.2 miles1.2 Good Fair LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Hefner, Reagan
Fillmore, Brian; Hefner, Reagan
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 221
Height: 6.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 221<br />Height: 6.23
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-08-04 OK Blue River Harris Ranch Road Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Great KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
LeDoux, Brandon
Fillmore, Brian; LeDoux, Brandon
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 190
Height: 6.14
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 190<br />Height: 6.14
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-03-16 OK Blue River US 377 Harris Ranch Road Total trip distance: 1.2 miles1.2 Good Fair KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Gallegos, Daniel
Smith, Matt
Fillmore, Brian; Gallegos, Daniel; Smith, Matt
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 225
Height: 6.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 225<br />Height: 6.23
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-07-01 OK Blue River US 377 Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 5.7 miles5.7 Good Excellent SMB
LMB
KSB
GSF
SMB, LMB, KSB, GSF
Edmond, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian
Hallmark, Larissa
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Guerdon
Sardina, Krissy
Thompson, Denise
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Brian; Hallmark, Larissa; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Guerdon; Sardina, Krissy; Thompson, Denise; Van Someren, Tom
This stretch had several challenging rapids. The flow was pretty good but several times, we got stuck on the bedrock and had to scoot through or pull the boats out. Fishing was obviously great, but more water would have made this a more exciting kayaking adventure.This stretch had several challenging rapids. The flow was pretty good but several times, we got stuck on the bedrock and had to scoot through or pull the boats out. Fishing was obviously great, but more water would have made this a more exciting kayaking adventure. USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 178
Height: 6.04
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 178<br />Height: 6.04
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-07-04 OK Blue River Harris Ranch Road Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Excellent LMB
KSB
SMB
LSF
LMB, KSB, SMB, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
From Brian Fillmore: We had so much fun on the Blue with you guys. Rebecca and I went back on July 4th. I landed 50 bass that day, one of my best days ever!From Brian Fillmore: We had so much fun on the Blue with you guys. Rebecca and I went back on July 4th. I landed 50 bass that day, one of my best days ever! USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 163
Height: 6.01
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 163<br />Height: 6.01
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-07-08 OK Blue River Harris Ranch Road Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Great LMB
KSB
SMB
LMB, KSB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Sardina, Krissy
Spangler, Sarah
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Sardina, Krissy; Spangler, Sarah
From Brian Fillmore: Only 20 bass today for me but everyone caught fish so it was a great time.From Brian Fillmore: Only 20 bass today for me but everyone caught fish so it was a great time. USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 144
Height: 5.97
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 144<br />Height: 5.97
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-07-16 OK Blue River Coatsworth Road OK 7 Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Low Good KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Graves, Alex
Graves, Grant
Hallmark, Larissa
Hefner, Reagan
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Graves, Alex; Graves, Grant; Hallmark, Larissa; Hefner, Reagan
Last part of the float is difficult because of portages over small falls. Last part of the float is difficult because of portages over small falls.
USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 131
Height: 5.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 131<br />Height: 5.96
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-07-19 OK Blue River US 377 Harris Ranch Road Total trip distance: 1.2 miles1.2 Good Fair LMB
SMB
GSF
LMB, SMB, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Lyons, Matt
Fillmore, Brian; Lyons, Matt
Float was good but getting close to low.Float was good but getting close to low. USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 114
Height: 5.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 114<br />Height: 5.91
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2018-04-20 OK Blue River Harris Ranch Road Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Great KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 137
Height: 5.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 137<br />Height: 5.90
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2018-05-12 OK Blue River US 377 Coatsworth Road Total trip distance: 5.7 miles5.7 Good Good KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
White, Aaron
White, Arik
Fillmore, Brian; White, Aaron; White, Arik
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 156
Height: 6.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 156<br />Height: 6.06
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2020-07-15 OK Blue River US 377 Harris Ranch Road Total trip distance: 1.2 miles1.2 Low Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Vivien
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Vivien
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 101
Height: 5.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 101<br />Height: 5.90
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2021-06-19 OK Blue River Harris Ranch Road Coatsworth Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Great KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Evans, Hanna
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Vivien
Evans, Hanna; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Vivien
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 157
Height: 6.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 157<br />Height: 6.05
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2024-06-01 OK Blue River US 377 Coatsworth Total trip distance: 5.7 miles5.7 Good Excellent KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Lovelace, Ethan
Fillmore, Brian; Lovelace, Ethan
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Connerville (07332390)
Discharge: 152
Height: 5.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Connerville (07332390)<br />Discharge: 152<br />Height: 5.99
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2020-07-12 MO Bourbeuse River Mill Rock Ford Wenkel Ford Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good Good LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Bray, Matt
McCullough, Brayden
Bray, Matt; McCullough, Brayden
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Union (07016500)
Discharge: 293
Height: 2.54
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Union (07016500)<br />Discharge: 293<br />Height: 2.54
Source: BraySource: Bray
Click for details2010-07-03 MO Bryant Creek Sycamore Cook Total trip distance: 14.1 miles14.1 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07058000)
Discharge: 309
Height: 3.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07058000)<br />Discharge: 309<br />Height: 3.86
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-05-04 MO Bryant Creek Bell School MO 95 (B) Total trip distance: 9.6 miles5.0 Good Fair RB
SMB
LSF
GSF
RB, SMB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore Rebecca
Actually camped about five miles downstream of the MO 95 bridge.Actually camped about five miles downstream of the MO 95 bridge. USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07058000)
Discharge: 341
Height: 3.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07058000)<br />Discharge: 341<br />Height: 3.85
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-05-05 MO Bryant Creek MO 95 (B) Sycamore Total trip distance: 9.6 miles4.6 Good Fair RB
SMB
LMB
LSF
GSF
RB, SMB, LMB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
Actually camped about five miles downstream of the MO 95 bridge.Actually camped about five miles downstream of the MO 95 bridge. USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07058000)
Discharge: 331
Height: 3.82
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07058000)<br />Discharge: 331<br />Height: 3.82
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2022-08-14 MO Bryant Creek Bertha Ford MO 95 Total trip distance: 4.7 miles4.7 Low Fair SMBSMB JG, Mona, H, Big, Ashley, Ben, Kenzi, SwingJG, Mona, H, Big, Ashley, Ben, Kenzi, Swing Low and hot, but nice day for multiple swim breaks, especially at the Spring Creek confluence.Low and hot, but nice day for multiple swim breaks, especially at the Spring Creek confluence. USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07058000)
Discharge: 242
Height: 4.11
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07058000)<br />Discharge: 242<br />Height: 4.11
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2023-05-21 MO Bryant Creek Hodgson Mill Warren Bridge Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good Poor NoneNone Hendersons
Winslows
Hendersons; Winslows
Excellent level, fast flows on a wider river without much strainer or hydraulic threats.Excellent level, fast flows on a wider river without much strainer or hydraulic threats. USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07058000)
Discharge: 582
Height: 5.04
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07058000)<br />Discharge: 582<br />Height: 5.04
Source: HendersonSource: Henderson
Click for details2003-05-31 AR Buffalo River Steel Creek Kyles Total trip distance: 10.0 miles10.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
UU Church Group
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; UU Church Group
See water level information in the Notes section.See water level information in the Notes section. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2010-10-09 AR Buffalo River Carver Mount Hersey Total trip distance: 15.3 miles6.8 Low Great SMB
RB
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 57
Height: 3.79
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 57<br />Height: 3.79
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2010-10-10 AR Buffalo River Mount Hersey Woolum Total trip distance: 15.3 miles8.5 Low Great SMB
RB
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elicia
Ligon, Elseya
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elicia; Ligon, Elseya
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 55
Height: 3.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 55<br />Height: 3.78
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-10-11 AR Buffalo River Gilbert Red Bluff Total trip distance: 11.7 miles3.9 Low Good SMB
RB
LSF
SMB, RB, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 44
Height: 3.47
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 44<br />Height: 3.47
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-10-12 AR Buffalo River Red Bluff Little Rocky Creek Total trip distance: 11.7 miles3.9 Low Great SMB
RB
LSF
SMB, RB, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 47
Height: 3.49
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 47<br />Height: 3.49
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-10-13 AR Buffalo River Little Rocky Creek Maumee South Total trip distance: 11.7 miles3.9 Low Great SMB
RB
LSF
SMB, RB, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 47
Height: 3.49
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 47<br />Height: 3.49
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-05-11 AR Buffalo River Ponca Kyles (B) Total trip distance: 23.8 miles9.0 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
SMB, RB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 195
Height: 2.52
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 195<br />Height: 2.52
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-05-12 AR Buffalo River Kyles (B) Erbie (A) Total trip distance: 23.8 miles9.0 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
SMB, RB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 164
Height: 2.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 164<br />Height: 2.41
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-05-13 AR Buffalo River Erbie (A) Pruitt Total trip distance: 23.8 miles5.8 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
SMB, RB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 143
Height: 2.33
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 143<br />Height: 2.33
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-10-08 AR Buffalo River Dillard's Ferry Ingram Creek (B) Total trip distance: 9.0 miles4.5 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
SMB, RB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 96
Height: 2.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 96<br />Height: 2.53
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-10-09 AR Buffalo River Ingram Creek (B) Rush Total trip distance: 9.0 miles4.5 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
SMB, RB, LSF, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 96
Height: 2.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 96<br />Height: 2.53
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-06-27 AR Buffalo River Tyler Bend Gilbert Total trip distance: 5.6 miles5.6 Good None NoneNone Beaver, Laura
Seever, Mike
Seever, Natalie
Beaver, Laura; Seever, Mike; Seever, Natalie
This trip was reported by Natalie null. She stated that they didn't drag anywhere and took the trip in about 3 hours, half of the estimate given to them.This trip was reported by Natalie null. She stated that they didn't drag anywhere and took the trip in about 3 hours, half of the estimate given to them. USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 2470
Height: 7.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 2470<br />Height: 7.41
Source: SeeverSource: Seever
Click for details2015-11-08 AR Buffalo River Rush Landing Fish Trap Creek Total trip distance: 28.9 miles6.9 Good Great LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 258
Height: 3.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 258<br />Height: 3.20
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-11-09 AR Buffalo River Fish Trap Creek Leatherwood Creek Total trip distance: 28.9 miles9.3 Good Good LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 243
Height: 3.17
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 243<br />Height: 3.17
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-11-10 AR Buffalo River Leatherwood Creek White River (B) Total trip distance: 28.9 miles7.1 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 224
Height: 3.13
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 224<br />Height: 3.13
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-03-15 AR Buffalo River Ponca Kyles Total trip distance: 10.6 miles10.6 Good None NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Arnold, Al
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Arnold, Al; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was nearly perfect for this trip. There were a few places where kayaks dragged the gravel or some rocks but the current was swift nearly the entire time and most riffles were easily navigated.The water level was nearly perfect for this trip. There were a few places where kayaks dragged the gravel or some rocks but the current was swift nearly the entire time and most riffles were easily navigated. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 449
Height: 3.31
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 449<br />Height: 3.31
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-08-25 AR Buffalo River Rush Landing Fish Trap Creek Total trip distance: 28.9 miles6.9 Good Good LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Wylee
Javorsek, Rachel
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Wylee; Javorsek, Rachel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 0
Height: 4.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 4.06
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-08-26 AR Buffalo River Fish Trap Creek Leatherwood Creek Total trip distance: 28.9 miles9.3 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Wylee
Javorsek, Rachel
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Wylee; Javorsek, Rachel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 0
Height: 3.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 3.91
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-08-27 AR Buffalo River Leatherwood Creek Elephant's Head Total trip distance: 28.9 miles2.8 Good Good LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Wylee
Javorsek, Rachel
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Wylee; Javorsek, Rachel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 0
Height: 3.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 3.77
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-08-28 AR Buffalo River Elephant's Head White River Total trip distance: 28.9 miles4.3 Good Poor LSFLSF Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Wylee
Javorsek, Rachel
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Wylee; Javorsek, Rachel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 0
Height: 3.70
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 3.70
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-11-26 AR Buffalo River Maumee North Spring Creek Total trip distance: 9.4 miles4.4 Low Poor LMBLMB Brown, Steve
Coroleuski, Linda
Torissi, Chris
Van Someren, Tom
Brown, Steve; Coroleuski, Linda; Torissi, Chris; Van Someren, Tom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 405
Height: 3.54
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 405<br />Height: 3.54
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-11-27 AR Buffalo River Spring Creek Bluff Dillard's Ferry Total trip distance: 9.4 miles5.0 Low Poor LMBLMB Brown, Steve
Coroleuski, Linda
Torissi, Chris
Van Someren, Tom
Brown, Steve; Coroleuski, Linda; Torissi, Chris; Van Someren, Tom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 336
Height: 3.42
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 336<br />Height: 3.42
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-02-19 AR Buffalo River Ponca Kyles Total trip distance: 10.6 miles10.6 Good None NoneNone Acharya, Sreekanth
Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Arnold, Al
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Acharya, Sreekanth; Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Arnold, Al; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
Water level was okay, not great, but still worthy of a marginally 'Good' rating. Our boats ran into may many hidden rocks, and the less experienced kayaker got stuck on low gravel bars a few times. But the current was still moving along sufficiently. We got in the water at 11:40 and arrived at Kyle's at 5:30. A flat tire on the kayak trailer, along with a couple spills by Cynthia and Andrea in the canoe, prevented us from being able to hike in to Hemmed-In Hollow.Water level was okay, not great, but still worthy of a marginally 'Good' rating. Our boats ran into may many hidden rocks, and the less experienced kayaker got stuck on low gravel bars a few times. But the current was still moving along sufficiently. We got in the water at 11:40 and arrived at Kyle's at 5:30. A flat tire on the kayak trailer, along with a couple spills by Cynthia and Andrea in the canoe, prevented us from being able to hike in to Hemmed-In Hollow. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 148
Height: 2.58
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 148<br />Height: 2.58
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-03-22 AR Buffalo River Ponca Kyles Total trip distance: 10.6 miles10.6 Good None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Bartlett, Renee
Bullard, Loring
Jones, Marianne
Siegfried, Beth
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Arnold, Al; Bartlett, Renee; Bullard, Loring; Jones, Marianne; Siegfried, Beth; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
The weather today was excellent for a day on the Buffalo. The water level could have been higher to make this a perfect trip, but there was still enough flow to give it a 'Good' rating. Lots of half hidden rocks for the less experienced kayaker (as well as experienced floater) to get stuck on. Late in the day we had to help do a minor rescue of a father-daughter who capsized their canoe .3 of a mile upstream from Kyle's (they were two cold soaked and shivering floaters). We got in the water at 10:40 and arrived at Kyle's at just after 18:00, which included a hike in to Hemmed-In Hollow.The weather today was excellent for a day on the Buffalo. The water level could have been higher to make this a perfect trip, but there was still enough flow to give it a 'Good' rating. Lots of half hidden rocks for the less experienced kayaker (as well as experienced floater) to get stuck on. Late in the day we had to help do a minor rescue of a father-daughter who capsized their canoe .3 of a mile upstream from Kyle's (they were two cold soaked and shivering floaters). We got in the water at 10:40 and arrived at Kyle's at just after 18:00, which included a hike in to Hemmed-In Hollow. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 144
Height: 3.14
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 144<br />Height: 3.14
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2021-05-15 AR Buffalo River Baker Ford Gilbert Total trip distance: 9.7 miles9.7 Good None NoneNone Feistner
Osborn
Feistner; Osborn
Water was absolutely perfect for floating. We put in around 10 and took out around 3. River was moderately crowded for a Friday. The agents checked some boats for life vests prior to putting in a Baker. Also, several pickups that were non-4WD got stuck on the gravel bar at Gilbert. I ended up having to pull one out that was blocking the main drive area. Based on that, 2WD vehicles should park with care at the take out location.Water was absolutely perfect for floating. We put in around 10 and took out around 3.
River was moderately crowded for a Friday. The agents checked some boats for life vests prior to putting in a Baker. Also, several pickups that were non-4WD got stuck on the gravel bar at Gilbert. I ended up having to pull one out that was blocking the main drive area. Based on that, 2WD vehicles should park with care at the take out location. USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 1160
Height: 5.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 1160<br />Height: 5.60
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2022-06-02 AR Buffalo River Boxley Kyles (A) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles13.6 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 1 of 9. Canoe camped at river mile 35.5. Boxley to Ponca easy Class I & II, numerous tree hazards and blind corners.Day 1 of 9. Canoe camped at river mile 35.5. Boxley to Ponca easy Class I & II, numerous tree hazards and blind corners. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 367
Height: 3.46
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 367<br />Height: 3.46
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-03 AR Buffalo River Kyles (A) Hasty (A) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles21.3 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 2 of 9. Camped at river mile 56.Day 2 of 9. Camped at river mile 56. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 164
Height: 2.82
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 164<br />Height: 2.82
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-04 AR Buffalo River Hasty (A) Woolum (A) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles21.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 3 of 9. Camped at river mile 76.2.Day 3 of 9. Camped at river mile 76.2. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 112
Height: 2.58
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 112<br />Height: 2.58
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-05 AR Buffalo River Woolum (A) Tyler Bend (B) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles20.0 Good None NoneNone Tuner, SkipTuner, Skip Day 4 of 9. Camped at river mile 94.5.Day 4 of 9. Camped at river mile 94.5. USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 873
Height: 4.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 873<br />Height: 4.96
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-06 AR Buffalo River Tyler Bend (B) Maumee North (A) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles14.7 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 5 of 9. Camped at river mile 107.5.Day 5 of 9. Camped at river mile 107.5. USGS Gauge Data:
Saint Joe (07056000)
Discharge: 778
Height: 4.81
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Saint Joe (07056000)<br />Discharge: 778<br />Height: 4.81
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-07 AR Buffalo River Maumee North (A) Buffalo Point (B) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles16.6 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 6 of 9. Camped at river mile 123.5.Day 6 of 9. Camped at river mile 123.5. USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 854
Height: 4.24
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 854<br />Height: 4.24
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-08 AR Buffalo River Buffalo Point (B) Rush Landing (B) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles17.2 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 7 of 9. Camped at river mile 140.Day 7 of 9. Camped at river mile 140. USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 844
Height: 4.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 844<br />Height: 4.23
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-09 AR Buffalo River Rush Landing (B) Buffalo City (A) Total trip distance: 138.8 miles9.1 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 8 of 9. Camped at river mile 148.5.Day 8 of 9. Camped at river mile 148.5. USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 772
Height: 4.15
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 772<br />Height: 4.15
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-06-10 AR Buffalo River Buffalo City (A) Riley's Outfitters Total trip distance: 138.8 miles4.8 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Day 9 of 9. Total trip miles 138.8. Day 1: hiked the goat trail. Day 2: hiked Hemmed In Hollow. Day 3: no hike. Day 4: hiked the Narrows. Day 5: shower at Tyler Bend, cheeseburger at Gilbert store. Day 6: hiked Indian Rock house. Day 7: hiked Rush Mountain trail. Day 8: no hike; camped across from Skull Bluff.Day 9 of 9. Total trip miles 138.8. Day 1: hiked the goat trail. Day 2: hiked Hemmed In Hollow. Day 3: no hike. Day 4: hiked the Narrows. Day 5: shower at Tyler Bend, cheeseburger at Gilbert store. Day 6: hiked Indian Rock house. Day 7: hiked Rush Mountain trail. Day 8: no hike; camped across from Skull Bluff. USGS Gauge Data:
Harriet (07056700)
Discharge: 746
Height: 4.12
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Harriet (07056700)<br />Discharge: 746<br />Height: 4.12
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-01 AR Buffalo River Ponca Kyles Total trip distance: 10.6 miles10.6 Good None NoneNone Peterson, Jackie
Turner, Skip
Peterson, Jackie; Turner, Skip
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 190
Height: 2.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 190<br />Height: 2.91
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-05-09 AR Buffalo River Ponca Kyles Total trip distance: 10.6 miles10.6 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
Although the water was a bit cloudy, the level and riffles were perfect with several of them rising into perfect haystacks. This was not technically challenging at all but it could be intimidating for someone who wasn't ready for it. Ponca was really chaotic and busy but we didn't encounter a lot of people on the trip, most of those being the same groups we kept leapfrogging. We found two waterfall creeks besides Hemmed In Hollow (in photos). This was a very long day. I returned home via Arkansas backroad highways leading up to Shell Knob via MO 39.Although the water was a bit cloudy, the level and riffles were perfect with several of them rising into perfect haystacks. This was not technically challenging at all but it could be intimidating for someone who wasn't ready for it. Ponca was really chaotic and busy but we didn't encounter a lot of people on the trip, most of those being the same groups we kept leapfrogging. We found two waterfall creeks besides Hemmed In Hollow (in photos). This was a very long day. I returned home via Arkansas backroad highways leading up to Shell Knob via MO 39. USGS Gauge Data:
Ponca (07055660)
Discharge: 589
Height: 3.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Ponca (07055660)<br />Discharge: 589<br />Height: 3.99
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2013-03-16 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elicia
Ligon, Elseya
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elicia; Ligon, Elseya
Some places were too shallow for a canoe, particularly towards the end on a long stretch of bedrock. Several places tipped our canoes or filled them with water.Some places were too shallow for a canoe, particularly towards the end on a long stretch of bedrock.  Several places tipped our canoes or filled them with water. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 209
Height: 4.02
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 209<br />Height: 4.02
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-12-05 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Eth, Joe
Flat Brian
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Arnold, Al; Eth, Joe; Flat Brian; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
Tom: I'd rate Saturday's float just below "Good". The water level condition wasn't "ideal", as we still hit bottom many times going through riffles, but didn't have to get out and pull over gravel bars (unless you REALLY effed up and chose your path poorly). Al: I'd say it was "Good". There were maybe four or five riffles I got stuck on, but I probably could have avoided at least a couple of them!Tom: I'd rate Saturday's float just below USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 248
Height: 4.17
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 248<br />Height: 4.17
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-07-02 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Eth, Joe
Turk, Scott
Arnold, Al; Eth, Joe; Turk, Scott
From Joe: It was ok, to me, I would not really want it any lower.From Joe: It was ok, to me, I would not really want it any lower. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 209
Height: 3.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 209<br />Height: 3.63
Source: EthSource: Eth
Click for details2018-04-29 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good Poor NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Larsen, Chris
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Edmond, Brian; Larsen, Chris; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
We encountered a few portage obstacles from flooding damage last year. Some places were tricky because the water was low enough for exposed bedrock and some other obstacles. We decided this water level was probably the minimum for a comfortable "Good" float for this river.We encountered a few portage obstacles from flooding damage last year. Some places were tricky because the water was low enough for exposed bedrock and some other obstacles. We decided this water level was probably the minimum for a comfortable USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 306
Height: 3.84
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 306<br />Height: 3.84
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-09-01 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good Great GSF
LSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, SMB
Edmond, Brian
Fillmer, Lawrence
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Travers, Gina
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Fillmer, Lawrence; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Travers, Gina; Van Someren, Tom
The water level for this trip was not ideal. It was too low for a comfortable trip but it was good enough to do again in a pinch. The water was crystal clear despite a major rain event on Thursday. Friday's water level would have been perfect for a good trip.The water level for this trip was not ideal. It was too low for a comfortable trip but it was good enough to do again in a pinch. The water was crystal clear despite a major rain event on Thursday. Friday's water level would have been perfect for a good trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 305
Height: 3.67
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 305<br />Height: 3.67
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-12-16 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Van Someren, Tom
Despite the water level being 130 cfs higher than we've ever floated Bull Creek before, there *STILL* were several spots where the kayaks dragged over gravel bar-ish areas. Previously I felt a little cautious about doing this stream the closer the cfs climbed toward 600 (our current "High" limit setting). But now I'm thinking 550-600 would be a great flow rate to look for in a day trip. Whenever were able to try it at that flow rate we'll no doubt need to raise the "High" limit spec. Didn't see but a single fish in the stream the entire way.Despite the water level being 130 cfs higher than we've ever floated Bull Creek before, there *STILL* were several spots where the kayaks dragged over gravel bar-ish areas. Previously I felt a little cautious about doing this stream the closer the cfs climbed toward 600 (our current USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 361
Height: 3.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 361<br />Height: 3.92
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-01-27 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good Poor RT
SMB
RT, SMB
Beauchamp, Zak
Guthrie, Chris
Beauchamp, Zak; Guthrie, Chris
Good float level for Bull Creek. After the first low water bridge, there were a bunch of trees down and we chose to portage around them. There weren't many other obstacles other than that. We only caught two fish just before Walnut Shade.Good float level for Bull Creek. After the first low water bridge, there were a bunch of trees down and we chose to portage around them. There weren't many other obstacles other than that. We only caught two fish just before Walnut Shade. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 401
Height: 3.55
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 401<br />Height: 3.55
Source: GuthrieSource: Guthrie
Click for details2020-04-07 MO Bull Creek Goodnight Hollow Walnut Shade Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 High None NoneNone Ingram, Annabelle
Ingram, EJ
Ingram, Eric
Ingram, Isaac
Ingram, Shaundra
Fletcher, JJ
Fletcher, Jacey
Fletcher, Jack
Fletcher, Jaxson
Fletcher, John Luke
Fletcher, Joshua
Fletcher, Macey
Fletcher, Stacey
Ingram, Annabelle; Ingram, EJ; Ingram, Eric; Ingram, Isaac; Ingram, Shaundra; Fletcher, JJ; Fletcher, Jacey; Fletcher, Jack; Fletcher, Jaxson; Fletcher, John Luke; Fletcher, Joshua; Fletcher, Macey; Fletcher, Stacey
The CFS was 361 and Depth was 3.62. There were multiple spots where we had to get out and carry our kayaks around down trees. There were two bridges The first one has about a 3 ft drop and my kids decided to try out. My girl made it, but my boys flipped due to back current after going over it. The second bridge was fun but rough, as we rode through it and then there is a large limestone rock that has a 2 ft drop after. Nobody flipped on that one. There were several good rapids, which we would estimate at class 2-3.The CFS was 361 and Depth was 3.62. There were multiple spots where we had to get out and carry our kayaks around down trees. There were two bridges The first one has about a 3 ft drop and my kids decided to try out. My girl made it, but my boys flipped due to back current after going over it. The second bridge was fun but rough, as we rode through it and then there is a large limestone rock that has a 2 ft drop after. Nobody flipped on that one. There were several good rapids, which we would estimate at class 2-3. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 479
Height: 3.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 479<br />Height: 3.60
Source: IngramSource: Ingram
Click for details2020-05-01 MO Bull Creek Woods Fork Dry Hollow Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles2.5 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Once we reached the confluence with Bull Creek, the complexion of the stream changed from smallish creek to a fuller river. No snarls or obstructions were encountered though either. The water level was GREAT too, with very little paddling even needed to keep moving. We shouldn't hesitate to get on this section of the upper Bull when the discharge is reading 1000 CFS at the Walnut Shade gauge.Once we reached the confluence with Bull Creek, the complexion of the stream changed from smallish creek to a fuller river. No snarls or obstructions were encountered though either. The water level was GREAT too, with very little paddling even needed to keep moving. We shouldn't hesitate to get on this section of the upper Bull when the discharge is reading 1000 CFS at the Walnut Shade gauge. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 582
Height: 3.89
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 582<br />Height: 3.89
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-05-14 MO Bull Creek Red Bridge Road Goodnight Hollow Total trip distance: 9.4 miles9.4 High Poor SMBSMB Barton, Adam
Kromrey, Mike
Simmons, Dillan
Wheeler, Seth
Barton, Adam; Kromrey, Mike; Simmons, Dillan; Wheeler, Seth
The river was EXTREMELY fun at this level, but only if your head was on a swivel at all times. We averaged about 3.5 mph for the trip and had many class II rapids to run between Dry Hollow Road and Goodnight Hollow. Would recommend this float with the gauge at 800 cfs or higher due to large boulders and some low-water bridges in play. This section has many trees down as well, so its recommended for experienced paddlers only. Beautiful views though and a shuttle time of 35 minutes due to the aforementioned low-water crossings being impassable.The river was EXTREMELY fun at this level, but only if your head was on a swivel at all times. We averaged about 3.5 mph for the trip and had many class II rapids to run between Dry Hollow Road and Goodnight Hollow. Would recommend this float with the gauge at 800 cfs or higher due to large boulders and some low-water bridges in play. This section has many trees down as well, so its recommended for experienced paddlers only. Beautiful views though and a shuttle time of 35 minutes due to the aforementioned low-water crossings being impassable. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 1000
Height: 4.81
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 1000<br />Height: 4.81
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-05-24 MO Bull Creek Woods Fork Dry Hollow Road Total trip distance: 8.7 miles2.5 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The confluence of Woods Fork and Bull Creek was a tumultuous "whirlpool" (Julian's word). A thunderstorm blew up over the last mile of Woods Fork and it was still raining as we paddled this last stretch of Bull Creek.The confluence of Woods Fork and Bull Creek was a tumultuous USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 844
Height: 4.50
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 844<br />Height: 4.50
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-05-01 MO Bull Creek Woods Fork Dry Hollow Road Total trip distance: 6.2 miles2.5 Good None NoneNone Williams, Sarah
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah; Van Someren, Tom
This day-trip consisted of floating three streams consecutively: Camp Creek, Woods Fork, and Bull Creek. Camp Creek truly is a small creek, but it can be successfully navigated after a strong rain. Our experience this day was less than optimal as we were about a day late in catching it with high enough water. While it did have enough water flowing through it we scraped in many spots and had to pull our kayaks over one spot with a small waterfall. The rest of the float (Woods Fork and Bull Creek) had excellent water with only two spots where we had to portage our kayaks around obstructions (one right before the confluence of Woods Fork into Bull Creek.This day-trip consisted of floating three streams consecutively: Camp Creek, Woods Fork, and Bull Creek. Camp Creek truly is a small creek, but it can be successfully navigated after a strong rain. Our experience this day was less than optimal as we were about a day late in catching it with high enough water. While it did have enough water flowing through it we scraped in many spots and had to pull our kayaks over one spot with a small waterfall. The rest of the float (Woods Fork and Bull Creek) had excellent water with only two spots where we had to portage our kayaks around obstructions (one right before the confluence of Woods Fork into Bull Creek. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 719
Height: 4.00
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 719<br />Height: 4.00
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2021-05-30 MO Bull Creek Woods Fork Dry Hollow Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles2.5 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Milligan, Jane
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Milligan, Jane; Van Someren, Tom
This was a great day to paddle Bull Creek. The water was crystal clear (as usual) but was high enough to move with only a few places where we dragged.This was a great day to paddle Bull Creek. The water was crystal clear (as usual) but was high enough to move with only a few places where we dragged. USGS Gauge Data:
Walnut Shade (07053810)
Discharge: 683
Height: 3.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Walnut Shade (07053810)<br />Discharge: 683<br />Height: 3.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-12-24 BZ Burrell Creek Burrell Boom Burrell Boom Total trip distance: 3.4 miles3.4 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Ligon, Day
Edmond, Brian; Ligon, Day
We put in at the access north of Burrell Boom and paddled along No-Name Lagoon listening for turtles. We detected two Hicatee signals along this stretch. We paddled to the east and then north to a small lagoon. We observed (sight and sound) several Brown Basilisk lizards escaping and certainly witnessed the aftersplash of several Morelet's Crocodiles. At some point, Day picked up a Mexican Tree Frog in his boot and it made its way up his pant leg until he discovered it there. The northern part of this lagoon was typified by low-growing branches and vines that we needed to bushwhack through while in the canoe. Before reaching the second lagoon, we needed to portage the canoe through a small, shallow run.We put in at the access north of Burrell Boom and paddled along No-Name Lagoon listening for turtles. We detected two Hicatee signals along this stretch. We paddled to the east and then north to a small lagoon. We observed (sight and sound) several Brown Basilisk lizards escaping and certainly witnessed the aftersplash of several Morelet's Crocodiles. At some point, Day picked up a Mexican Tree Frog in his boot and it made its way up his pant leg until he discovered it there. The northern part of this lagoon was typified by low-growing branches and vines that we needed to bushwhack through while in the canoe. Before reaching the second lagoon, we needed to portage the canoe through a small, shallow run. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-11-12 AR Caddo River Glenwood Caddo River Cabins Total trip distance: 3.3 miles3.3 Good Fair KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Vivien
Javorsek, Rachel
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Vivien; Javorsek, Rachel
Vivien's maiden voyage!Vivien's maiden voyage! USGS Gauge Data:
Caddo Gap (07359610)
Discharge: 40
Height: 4.84
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Caddo Gap (07359610)<br />Discharge: 40<br />Height: 4.84
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2021-05-01 MO Camp Creek Busiek (Shooting Range) Woods Fork Total trip distance: 6.2 miles0.7 Low None NoneNone Williams, Sarah
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah; Van Someren, Tom
This day-trip consisted of floating three streams consecutively: Camp Creek, Woods Fork, and Bull Creek. Camp Creek truly is a small creek, but it can be successfully navigated after a strong rain. Our experience this day was less than optimal as we were about a day late in catching it with high enough water. While it did have enough water flowing through it we scraped in many spots and had to pull our kayaks over one spot with a small waterfall. The rest of the float (Woods Fork and Bull Creek) had excellent water with only two spots where we had to portage our kayaks around obstructions (one right before the confluence of Woods Fork into Bull Creek).This day-trip consisted of floating three streams consecutively: Camp Creek, Woods Fork, and Bull Creek. Camp Creek truly is a small creek, but it can be successfully navigated after a strong rain. Our experience this day was less than optimal as we were about a day late in catching it with high enough water. While it did have enough water flowing through it we scraped in many spots and had to pull our kayaks over one spot with a small waterfall. The rest of the float (Woods Fork and Bull Creek) had excellent water with only two spots where we had to portage our kayaks around obstructions (one right before the confluence of Woods Fork into Bull Creek). No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2022-07-29 MN Cannon River Cannon Falls Miesville Ravine Park Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip NoneNone USGS Gauge Data:
Welch (05355200)
Discharge: 380
Height: 3.82
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Welch (05355200)<br />Discharge: 380<br />Height: 3.82
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2015-08-29 MO Crane Creek Swinging Bridge Otto Road Total trip distance: 6.0 miles6.0 Good None NoneNone Coroleuski, Linda
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Van Someren, Tom
Wilson, Ryan
Coroleuski, Linda; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Van Someren, Tom; Wilson, Ryan
The water level was at the very cusp of being too low to float. This stretch was very technical, with several downed trees, narrow water, and difficult places to maneuver, even with a kayak. It is not recommended for a canoe or for inexperienced paddlers without the expectation of a lot of portages and upsets. The locals here mentioned Spring Creek (a tributary of Crane Creek) as being a good float with high water.The water level was at the very cusp of being too low to float. This stretch was very technical, with several downed trees, narrow water, and difficult places to maneuver, even with a kayak. It is not recommended for a canoe or for inexperienced paddlers without the expectation of a lot of portages and upsets. The locals here mentioned Spring Creek (a tributary of Crane Creek) as being a good float with high water. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-06-10 MO Crane Creek Blue Hole (CR AA-50) James River Total trip distance: 10.4 miles2.0 Good Poor NoneNone Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Wilson, Ryan
Wilson, Shiree
Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah; Wilson, Ryan; Wilson, Shiree
Put in just before 1000, took out at Cox Access in Galena right at 1730. Water level was good on Crane Creek with no obstructions blocking the last two miles of it before joining the James. The James, too, was flowing very nicely. Fishing utterly sucked, mostly due to WAAAAAY too many people also taking advantage of the gorgeous day outside.Put in just before 1000, took out at Cox Access in Galena right at 1730. Water level was good on Crane Creek with no obstructions blocking the last two miles of it before joining the James. The James, too, was flowing very nicely. Fishing utterly sucked, mostly due to WAAAAAY too many people also taking advantage of the gorgeous day outside. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-06-03 MO Crane Creek Doc Eaton Road (CC-30A) Otto Road Total trip distance: 7.8 miles7.8 Good Fair LSF
RT
SMB
LSF, RT, SMB
Acharya, Sree
Jackson, Amy
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Martin, Galen
Provance, Doug
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Wilson, Ryan
Acharya, Sree; Jackson, Amy; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Martin, Galen; Provance, Doug; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom; Wilson, Ryan
This little creek is the perfect stream (IMHO). Small, compact, cozy, canopied with trees leaning in over much of the water, with tons of twists and turns around many bends in the river (especially so in the section above Swinging Bridge). We caught the water level at a point just before it may have been too low, but it still turned out to be an excellent outing with perfect weather. Fishing was actually poor for everyone accept Galen, who managed to catch an elusive McCloud Trout (approx. 4-5 lbs). The airspace at Oto Road bridge looked to be about 15-16".This little creek is the perfect stream (IMHO). Small, compact, cozy, canopied with trees leaning in over much of the water, with tons of twists and turns around many bends in the river (especially so in the section above Swinging Bridge). We caught the water level at a point just before it may have been too low, but it still turned out to be an excellent outing with perfect weather. Fishing was actually poor for everyone accept Galen, who managed to catch an elusive McCloud Trout (approx. 4-5 lbs). The airspace at Oto Road bridge looked to be about 15-16 No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-06-13 MO Crane Creek Otto Road Otto Road Total trip distance: 1.5 miles1.5 Good Good BLG
GSF
SMB
BLG, GSF, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Took advantage of a beautiful, clear, 75 degree day to fish the long slowish pool upstream of Otto Road.Took advantage of a beautiful, clear, 75 degree day to fish the long slowish pool upstream of Otto Road. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-07-20 MO Crane Creek Otto Road Otto Road Total trip distance: 1.0 miles1.0 Low Fair BLG
GSF
SMB
BLG, GSF, SMB
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Andrea and I took advantage of a hot 90 degree day to spontaneously fish the long slow pool upstream of Otto Road, plus cool off swimming in the clear stream. Interestingly, when we were loading our kayaks back on the car, Ryan Wilson, Korey Haun, and Cody Denson paddled down the stream to finish their day on the river, having put in at Swinging Bridge Road.Andrea and I took advantage of a hot 90 degree day to spontaneously fish the long slow pool upstream of Otto Road, plus cool off swimming in the clear stream. Interestingly, when we were loading our kayaks back on the car, Ryan Wilson, Korey Haun, and Cody Denson paddled down the stream to finish their day on the river, having put in at Swinging Bridge Road. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-09-26 MO Crane Creek Otto Road Otto Road Total trip distance: 1.0 miles1.0 Low Fair BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Just wanted to get on a river and take advantage of a perfect 80 degree day fishing the long slow pool upstream of Otto Road. Ran into Ryan Wilson along with his mom and dad floating down from Swinging Bridge Road.Just wanted to get on a river and take advantage of a perfect 80 degree day fishing the long slow pool upstream of Otto Road. Ran into Ryan Wilson along with his mom and dad floating down from Swinging Bridge Road. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-09-27 MO Crane Creek Langley Ford Road Langley Ford Road Total trip distance: 3.5 miles3.5 Low Fair CCF
RB
RT
SMB
CCF, RB, RT, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Paddled upstream 1.75 miles to fish and examine how many river obstructions needed work to clear a navigable path along this section. Photos included in this report show where they are along with each obstruction. For the water level being as low as it was, it wasn't as terrible (LOL) as I thought it might be paddling around. Returning back to the car I got caught in a steadily increasing thunderstorm. Adding insult to injury the seat adjustment mechanism on my kayak also broke. Rrrrrrr!!!Paddled upstream 1.75 miles to fish and examine how many river obstructions needed work to clear a navigable path along this section. Photos included in this report show where they are along with each obstruction. For the water level being as low as it was, it wasn't as terrible (LOL) as I thought it might be paddling around.

Returning back to the car I got caught in a steadily increasing thunderstorm. Adding insult to injury the seat adjustment mechanism on my kayak also broke. Rrrrrrr!!! No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2002-08-17 MO Current River Akers Pulltite Total trip distance: 9.5 miles9.5 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Ballard, Kevin
Ballard, Paige
Ballard, Webb
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Jim
Edmond, Shirlee
Houseworth, Bart
Houseworth, Julie
Houseworth, Owen
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Jerri Ann
Ballard, Christina; Ballard, Kevin; Ballard, Paige; Ballard, Webb; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Jim; Edmond, Shirlee; Houseworth, Bart; Houseworth, Julie; Houseworth, Owen; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Jerri Ann
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 262
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 262<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2003-06-21 MO Current River Akers Pulltite Total trip distance: 9.5 miles9.5 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Ballard, Kevin
Ballard, Paige
Ballard, Webb
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Jerri Ann
Ince, Seth
Powell, Heather
Ballard, Christina; Ballard, Kevin; Ballard, Paige; Ballard, Webb; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Jerri Ann; Ince, Seth; Powell, Heather
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 252
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 252<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-08-11 MO Current River Akers Pulltite Total trip distance: 9.5 miles9.5 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Laura
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Kaleb
Storts, Kylie Jo
Storts, Todd
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Laura; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Kaleb; Storts, Kylie Jo; Storts, Todd
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 181
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 181<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-08-04 MO Current River Waymeyer Van Buren Total trip distance: 11.5 miles7.2 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Jim
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Shirlee
Houseworth, Bart
Houseworth, Julie
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Jim; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Edmond, Shirlee; Houseworth, Bart; Houseworth, Julie; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt
The river was very crowded with other floaters, tubers, and motor boats. This stretch was not particularly scenic and fairly slow.The river was very crowded with other floaters, tubers, and motor boats.  This stretch was not particularly scenic and fairly slow. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 707
Height: 1.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 707<br />Height: 1.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-08-04 MO Current River Van Buren Big Spring Total trip distance: 11.5 miles4.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Houseworth, Bart
Edmond, Brian; Houseworth, Bart
This stretch was not scenic but the crowding was greatly diminished. One spring was noted on the east bank.This stretch was not scenic but the crowding was greatly diminished.  One spring was noted on the east bank. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 707
Height: 1.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 707<br />Height: 1.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-10-08 MO Current River Cedargrove Welch Spring (B) Total trip distance: 26.2 miles5.0 Good Poor SMB
RBT
SMB, RBT
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 157
Height: 0.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 157<br />Height: 0.96
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-10-09 MO Current River Welch Spring (B) Akers (B) Total trip distance: 26.2 miles5.0 Good Poor RBTRBT Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 161
Height: 0.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 161<br />Height: 0.96
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-10-10 MO Current River Akers (B) Pulltite (B) Total trip distance: 26.2 miles8.0 Good Poor CPCP Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 157
Height: 0.97
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 157<br />Height: 0.97
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-10-11 MO Current River Pulltite (B) Round Spring Total trip distance: 26.2 miles8.2 Good Great SMB
KSB
SMB, KSB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Javorsek, Rachie
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Javorsek, Rachie
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 157
Height: 0.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 157<br />Height: 0.96
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-11-11 MO Current River Round Spring Jerktail Landing (A) Total trip distance: 17.3 miles6.2 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Javorsek, Rachie
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Javorsek, Rachie
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 178
Height: 0.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 178<br />Height: 0.99
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-11-12 MO Current River Jerktail Landing (A) Two Rivers Total trip distance: 17.3 miles11.1 Good Poor SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Javorsek, Rachie
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Javorsek, Rachie
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 303
Height: 1.28
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 303<br />Height: 1.28
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-08-11 MO Current River Powder Mill Spring Hollow (A) Total trip distance: 11.1 miles6.9 Good Poor SMBSMB Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
Excellent river levels and current. Only eight other boats on the river all day, including two bass boats with motors, three kayaks, and three canoes. Powder Mill to Waymeyer are not served by daily canoe rentals and might be ideal for a weekend float.Excellent river levels and current. Only eight other boats on the river all day, including two bass boats with motors, three kayaks, and three canoes. Powder Mill to Waymeyer are not served by daily canoe rentals and might be ideal for a weekend float. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 204
Height: 1.04
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 204<br />Height: 1.04
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-08-12 MO Current River Spring Hollow (A) Beal Total trip distance: 11.1 miles4.2 Good Poor SMBSMB Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
Quiet and lonely stretch in the early morning. Only a few other boats were seen.Quiet and lonely stretch in the early morning. Only a few other boats were seen. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 187
Height: 0.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 187<br />Height: 0.98
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-08-12 MO Current River Pulltite Round Spring Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good Poor NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian
This was a great trip on the river. There were more people than I expected, probably due to Fri (as opposed to Mon or Tue as we've done before).This was a great trip on the river. There were more people than I expected, probably due to Fri (as opposed to Mon or Tue as we've done before). USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 273
Height: 1.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 273<br />Height: 1.20
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-02-11 MO Current River Welch Akers Total trip distance: 11.9 miles2.4 Good Poor SMBSMB Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We put in at the landing, a small road down to the river pretty far south of the spring and hospital ruins. This section was nice and flowing quickly. We could have easily done this stretch in an hour. There were a few places where we dragged on the bottom a bit.We put in at the landing, a small road down to the river pretty far south of the spring and hospital ruins. This section was nice and flowing quickly. We could have easily done this stretch in an hour. There were a few places where we dragged on the bottom a bit. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 213
Height: 0.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 213<br />Height: 0.98
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-02-11 MO Current River Akers Pulltite Total trip distance: 11.9 miles9.5 Good Fair RTRT Edmond, Brian
Grindstaff, Brian
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Grindstaff, Brian; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Van Someren, Tom
Most of this stretch flowed pretty well. We hit the bottom on several riffles and some runs were trickier than they would have been in a little higher water.Most of this stretch flowed pretty well. We hit the bottom on several riffles and some runs were trickier than they would have been in a little higher water. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 213
Height: 0.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 213<br />Height: 0.98
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-07-09 MO Current River Two Rivers Blair Creek (A) Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 High Poor RBRB Larsen, Chris
Norris, John
Zumwalt, Dirk
Larsen, Chris; Norris, John; Zumwalt, Dirk
Lot of debris from recent flooding - wear shoes at all times to be safe. If kayaking/canoeing - be aware that the jet boats are everywhere and it can be dangerouse for newer paddlers.Lot of debris from recent flooding - wear shoes at all times to be safe. If kayaking/canoeing - be aware that the jet boats are everywhere and it can be dangerouse for newer paddlers. USGS Gauge Data:
Powder Mill (07066510)
Discharge: 0
Height: 3.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Powder Mill (07066510)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 3.20
Source: LarsenSource: Larsen
Click for details2019-06-26 MO Current River Akers Gladden Creek Total trip distance: 18.2 miles0.3 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We arrived at Akers with the intention of camping there and shuttling and floating the next day. We met up with someone at the canoe rental who agreed to shuttle that night so we could get started. It was nearly dark when we pushed off so we stopped at the first available gravel bar to camp. Raccoons raided one of our dry bags for food that night, ripping a hole in the side and eating all of our English muffins and some other miscellaneous things.We arrived at Akers with the intention of camping there and shuttling and floating the next day. We met up with someone at the canoe rental who agreed to shuttle that night so we could get started. It was nearly dark when we pushed off so we stopped at the first available gravel bar to camp. Raccoons raided one of our dry bags for food that night, ripping a hole in the side and eating all of our English muffins and some other miscellaneous things. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 708
Height: 1.83
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 708<br />Height: 1.83
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-06-27 MO Current River Gladden Creek Slick Shoal Hollow (B) Total trip distance: 18.2 miles13.7 Good Poor SMBSMB Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
This was a perfect day to be on the river. We didn't see anyone else until nearly noon. We made great progress during the day as the current was moving steadily. Fishing was nearly non-existent. We did visit the main features including Cave Spring, Rockhouse Cave, Pulltite, and the smaller springs nearby.This was a perfect day to be on the river. We didn't see anyone else until nearly noon. We made great progress during the day as the current was moving steadily. Fishing was nearly non-existent. We did visit the main features including Cave Spring, Rockhouse Cave, Pulltite, and the smaller springs nearby. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 614
Height: 1.69
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 614<br />Height: 1.69
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-06-28 MO Current River Slick Shoal Hollow (B) Round Spring Total trip distance: 18.2 miles4.2 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We broke camp late and spent a great deal of time lounging on gravel bars, including a delightful tea time setup at the mouth of Sinking Creek. Here, water in the creek was warmer than the river water which was an interesting flip about the usual nature of things. This was a fantastic multi-day trip on the Current and the first overnight river trip Tom and I attempted (although we've done several where we car camp and then paddle the next day).We broke camp late and spent a great deal of time lounging on gravel bars, including a delightful tea time setup at the mouth of Sinking Creek. Here, water in the creek was warmer than the river water which was an interesting flip about the usual nature of things. This was a fantastic multi-day trip on the Current and the first overnight river trip Tom and I attempted (although we've done several where we car camp and then paddle the next day). USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 557
Height: 1.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 557<br />Height: 1.60
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-08-28 MO Current River Cedargrove Big Creek Total trip distance: 17.2 miles0.9 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We arrived at Cedargrove a little before 1600 hours and unloaded our boats and equipment. Renee stayed with the boats while we shuttled to Pulltite. Tom and Renee pushed off around 1730 hours to find a camp site. Stephanie and I pushed off around 1830 hours. Dinner was a sausage, pepper, and rice casserole from Renee along with mango / avocado salsa and chocolate for dessert. The night was crystal clear and we saw a bright shooting star while sitting around the campfire. We slept outside and the dew was heavy, making everything very wet. Fortunately, the sun was bright and warm first thing in the morning, drying everything quickly. The gear in the boat was heavy but sufficient for an overnight trip. We did have some challenges sleeping together with two separate sleeping pads. We'll try a single air mattress next time.We arrived at Cedargrove a little before 1600 hours and unloaded our boats and equipment. Renee stayed with the boats while we shuttled to Pulltite. Tom and Renee pushed off around 1730 hours to find a camp site. Stephanie and I pushed off around 1830 hours. Dinner was a sausage, pepper, and rice casserole from Renee along with mango / avocado salsa and chocolate for dessert. The night was crystal clear and we saw a bright shooting star while sitting around the campfire. We slept outside and the dew was heavy, making everything very wet. Fortunately, the sun was bright and warm first thing in the morning, drying everything quickly. The gear in the boat was heavy but sufficient for an overnight trip. We did have some challenges sleeping together with two separate sleeping pads. We'll try a single air mattress next time. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 595
Height: 1.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 595<br />Height: 1.62
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-08-29 MO Current River Big Creek Cave Spring Total trip distance: 17.2 miles12.0 Good Poor SMBSMB Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We broke camp around 1130 hours and took our time paddling downstream. We stopped at Welch Spring and Medlock Cave along the way for photos. We lost track of Tom and Renee just downstream from Akers and paddled through the early evening to find them setup at Cave Spring. This night, we setup our tents to ward off the dew. The night and next morning were somewhat overcast and cool. Dinner tonight was burgers, corn on the cob, potato salad, beans, avocado / mango salsa, among other things.We broke camp around 1130 hours and took our time paddling downstream. We stopped at Welch Spring and Medlock Cave along the way for photos. We lost track of Tom and Renee just downstream from Akers and paddled through the early evening to find them setup at Cave Spring. This night, we setup our tents to ward off the dew. The night and next morning were somewhat overcast and cool. Dinner tonight was burgers, corn on the cob, potato salad, beans, avocado / mango salsa, among other things. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 514
Height: 1.49
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 514<br />Height: 1.49
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-08-30 MO Current River Cave Spring Pulltite Total trip distance: 17.2 miles4.3 Good Poor NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We broke camp around 1230 hours after touring Cave Spring and getting photos. Overall, the loaded canoe was tricky to maneuver on the upper sections of the river where obstacles could be a little more challenging than further down. We stopped at Rockhouse Cave for photos. We arrived at Pulltite around 1700 hours after taking our time paddling downstream and stopping for a long lunch. Despite travelling on a week day, we were with other people much of the time.We broke camp around 1230 hours after touring Cave Spring and getting photos. Overall, the loaded canoe was tricky to maneuver on the upper sections of the river where obstacles could be a little more challenging than further down. We stopped at Rockhouse Cave for photos. We arrived at Pulltite around 1700 hours after taking our time paddling downstream and stopping for a long lunch. Despite travelling on a week day, we were with other people much of the time. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 455
Height: 1.39
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 455<br />Height: 1.39
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-09-13 MO Current River Pulltite Round Spring Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Feistner, J
Feistner, S
Schroeppel Clan
Feistner, J; Feistner, S; Schroeppel Clan
Water was excellent, with plenty of water to avoid having to pick your way through the riffles, although there were a couple of spots you could get hung up on if unaware. Due to good water, most of the paddling was done to steer, not to push. The summer floating season was winding down, so we had a gorgeous day, a few other floaters, but not crowded. Easy to see why this is a popular stretch of the Current.Water was excellent, with plenty of water to avoid having to pick your way through the riffles, although there were a couple of spots you could get hung up on if unaware. Due to good water, most of the paddling was done to steer, not to push. The summer floating season was winding down, so we had a gorgeous day, a few other floaters, but not crowded. Easy to see why this is a popular stretch of the Current. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 336
Height: 1.01
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 336<br />Height: 1.01
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2021-05-01 MO Current River Ceadargrove Pulltite Total trip distance: 17.2 miles17.2 High None NoneNone Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Barton, Scott
Barton, Melinda
Hulett, John
Hulett, Michelle
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Barton, Scott; Barton, Melinda; Hulett, John; Hulett, Michelle; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
Recent rainfall had elevated the river in the middle of the week. The water was turbid and moved along steady. No need to gain speed, just steering was required. Average speed was between 4-5 mph, and many gravel bars were underwater, reducing the amount of stopping points. The river was still beautiful at this height, but not near as pretty as it usually is at lower water levels.Recent rainfall had elevated the river in the middle of the week. The water was turbid and moved along steady. No need to gain speed, just steering was required. Average speed was between 4-5 mph, and many gravel bars were underwater, reducing the amount of stopping points. The river was still beautiful at this height, but not near as pretty as it usually is at lower water levels. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 1080
Height: 2.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 1080<br />Height: 2.22
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-07-26 MO Current River Pulltite Round Spring Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good Fair SMBSMB Barton, Adam
Brothers, Brendan
Denbow, Grant
Kromrey, Mike
Sanders, Caleb
Barton, Adam; Brothers, Brendan; Denbow, Grant; Kromrey, Mike; Sanders, Caleb
A wonderful July day on the river with some smallmouth caught in the deep holes near boulders. We were on the river about 1000 and off by 1545 with stops for lunch and hiking to the various springs along the river. This is one of the most beautiful floats in all of Missouri and the shuttle distance is only about 10 miles and less than 20 minutes.A wonderful July day on the river with some smallmouth caught in the deep holes near boulders. We were on the river about 1000 and off by 1545 with stops for lunch and hiking to the various springs along the river. This is one of the most beautiful floats in all of Missouri and the shuttle distance is only about 10 miles and less than 20 minutes. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 321
Height: 0.95
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 321<br />Height: 0.95
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-10-08 MO Current River Pulltite Round Spring Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 264
Height: 0.75
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 264<br />Height: 0.75
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-10-09 MO Current River Akers Pulltite Total trip distance: 9.5 miles9.5 Good None NoneNone Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Barton, Melinda
Barton, Scott
Hedden, Baylee
Hulett, John
Hulett, Michelle
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Barton, Melinda; Barton, Scott; Hedden, Baylee; Hulett, John; Hulett, Michelle; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 264
Height: 0.75
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 264<br />Height: 0.75
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-07-04 MO Current River Akers Pulltite (A) Total trip distance: 18.5 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, Skip
Turner, Polly
Turner, Skip; Turner, Polly
Day 1; overnight float; Akers to Round SpringDay 1; overnight float; Akers to Round Spring USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 356
Height: 0.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 356<br />Height: 0.99
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-07-05 MO Current River Pulltite (A) Round Spring Total trip distance: 18.5 miles10.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, Skip
Turner, Polly
Turner, Skip; Turner, Polly
Day 2; overnight float; Akers to Round SpringDay 2; overnight float; Akers to Round Spring USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 346
Height: 0.97
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 346<br />Height: 0.97
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-08-17 MO Current River Cedargrove Lewis Hollow (A) Total trip distance: 25.6 miles9.0 Good Poor NoneNone Blackwell, Jason
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Blackwell, Jason; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
After shuttling, we started downriver around 1430 hours. Before Welch Spring, we hit a few shallow riffles but the water level was pretty good ("lower side of a 'Good' rating"). We stopped at Medlock Spring and found Lonnie sleeping in his boat. He slept right through several of us landing to check out the spring and cave and eventually gave us some free canned alcoholic drinks. We saw one family along the way who were visiting relatives in Salem on an annual trip. Dinner tonight was grilled burgers (without the moldy buns), macaroni and cheese, and grilled corn on the cob. We also had some mango and avocado salsa. Tom slept in a tent, Jason and Brian on sleeping pads under the stars. Overall, the water level was good, the weather was perfect, and the first part of this trip was a success. This was Jason's first time in a kayak and the first time in the ONSR. After shuttling, we started downriver around 1430 hours. Before Welch Spring, we hit a few shallow riffles but the water level was pretty good ( USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 331
Height: 0.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 331<br />Height: 0.91
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-08-18 MO Current River Lewis Hollow (A) Cave Spring Total trip distance: 25.6 miles3.5 Good Poor NoneNone Blackwell, Jason
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Blackwell, Jason; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We stopped around 1200 hours at the gravel bar across from Cave Spring to setup camp and spend the day. We had an interesting experience all afternoon and watched several groups pass us by and visit the cave. I was surprised at the number of people who passed by on a week day. As our shade disappeared, Tom built an epic tarp shelter. In our clumsy attempts to construct the shelter, a passerby declared it the ugliest flag he had ever seen. In the evening, we took a trip over to the cave and spring for photographs. Another group hiked down the mountain to camp at the spring with their gear in tow. They were pretty rowdy at first but calmed down significantly before we went to bed. The shower was hot tonight. Dinner was Tom's sweet and sour chicken and rice, foil-steamed broccoli, sugar snap peas, and mushrooms, and jalapeno cornbread. Breakfast the next morning was avocado toast and zucchini bread.We stopped around 1200 hours at the gravel bar across from Cave Spring to setup camp and spend the day. We had an interesting experience all afternoon and watched several groups pass us by and visit the cave. I was surprised at the number of people who passed by on a week day. As our shade disappeared, Tom built an epic tarp shelter. In our clumsy attempts to construct the shelter, a passerby declared it the ugliest flag he had ever seen. In the evening, we took a trip over to the cave and spring for photographs. Another group hiked down the mountain to camp at the spring with their gear in tow. They were pretty rowdy at first but calmed down significantly before we went to bed. The shower was hot tonight. Dinner was Tom's sweet and sour chicken and rice, foil-steamed broccoli, sugar snap peas, and mushrooms, and jalapeno cornbread. Breakfast the next morning was avocado toast and zucchini bread. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 307
Height: 0.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 307<br />Height: 0.86
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-08-19 MO Current River Cave Spring Mill Hollow (A) Total trip distance: 25.6 miles7.8 Good Poor SMBSMB Blackwell, Jason
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Blackwell, Jason; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
After visiting Cave Spring again, we pushed downriver. Although we had dry ice to keep coolers cold, we were running low and stopped at Pulltite for more beer and ice (and ice cream bars!). We also stopped at several of the interesting springs near Pulltite Spring, including the main spring and cabin. The sandbar we found near Mill Hollow was perfect although small. Dinner was Brunswick stew, foil-steamed Brussels sprouts and mushrooms, and jalapeno cornbread. Breakfast the next morning was sausage / egg / cheese sandwiches on English muffins. Tom caught the one and only fish on this entire trip on this stretch.After visiting Cave Spring again, we pushed downriver. Although we had dry ice to keep coolers cold, we were running low and stopped at Pulltite for more beer and ice (and ice cream bars!). We also stopped at several of the interesting springs near Pulltite Spring, including the main spring and cabin. The sandbar we found near Mill Hollow was perfect although small. Dinner was Brunswick stew, foil-steamed Brussels sprouts and mushrooms, and jalapeno cornbread. Breakfast the next morning was sausage / egg / cheese sandwiches on English muffins. Tom caught the one and only fish on this entire trip on this stretch. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 292
Height: 0.83
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 292<br />Height: 0.83
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-08-20 MO Current River Mill Hollow (A) Round Spring Total trip distance: 25.6 miles5.3 Good Poor NoneNone Blackwell, Jason
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Blackwell, Jason; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
This was our last day on the river. After leaving our perfect camp site, we took our time getting to the takeout spot. Nobody wanted to leave. Shortly after passing by the state park, we discovered a cave (Merritt Rock Cave) that was spectacularly scenic and wound its way a long distance into the mountain. Bring extra flashlights! We observed and photographed a Long-tailed Salamander (Eurycea longicauda) and a Cave Salamander (Eurycea lucifuga). Tom followed the passage all the way to the end where there was a deep pool and a closed (to humans) passageway further back. We arrived at Round Spring around 1400 hours.This was our last day on the river. After leaving our perfect camp site, we took our time getting to the takeout spot. Nobody wanted to leave. Shortly after passing by the state park, we discovered a cave (Merritt Rock Cave) that was spectacularly scenic and wound its way a long distance into the mountain. Bring extra flashlights! We observed and photographed a Long-tailed Salamander (Eurycea longicauda) and a Cave Salamander (Eurycea lucifuga). Tom followed the passage all the way to the end where there was a deep pool and a closed (to humans) passageway further back. We arrived at Round Spring around 1400 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 288
Height: 0.82
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 288<br />Height: 0.82
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-10-07 MO Current River Round Spring Bee Bluff Total trip distance: 17.2 miles9.7 Good Great SMBSMB Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott; Greenstreet, Michael
Day 1 of our 2022 Current River expedition. We were on the water at 0900 and arrived at Bee Bluff about 1530. Caught many smallmouth deep in the pools and the fall color was just beginning to peak.Day 1 of our 2022 Current River expedition. We were on the water at 0900 and arrived at Bee Bluff about 1530. Caught many smallmouth deep in the pools and the fall color was just beginning to peak. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 260
Height: 0.70
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 260<br />Height: 0.70
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-10-08 MO Current River Bee Bluff Two Rivers Total trip distance: 17.2 miles7.5 Good Good SMBSMB Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott; Greenstreet, Michael
Day of our 2022 Current River expedition. On the water abut 0900 and arrived at Two Rivers about 1445. Fishing was a little slower today, but the night before was a full moon and camping on the gravel bar across from Bee Bluff was fantastic. A great way to spend an weekend in the Ozarks.Day of our 2022 Current River expedition. On the water abut 0900 and arrived at Two Rivers about 1445. Fishing was a little slower today, but the night before was a full moon and camping on the gravel bar across from Bee Bluff was fantastic. A great way to spend an weekend in the Ozarks. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 255
Height: 0.69
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 255<br />Height: 0.69
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-10-15 MO Current River Akers Pulltite Total trip distance: 9.5 miles9.5 Good None NoneNone Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Greenstreet, Michael
Hedden, Baylee
Barton, Scott
Barton, Melinda
Hulett, John
Hulett, Michelle
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Greenstreet, Michael; Hedden, Baylee; Barton, Scott; Barton, Melinda; Hulett, John; Hulett, Michelle
2022 Cobbler Gobblers Annual Float Trip2022 Cobbler Gobblers Annual Float Trip USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 255
Height: 0.69
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 255<br />Height: 0.69
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-06-09 MO Current River Akers Boyds Creek (B) Total trip distance: 17.0 miles10.4 Good None NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian
We started this trip about 1100 hours at Akers. We stopped at Jadwin Canoe Rental to make arrangements to move our rig from Akers to Round Spring and then started on our way with a fully loaded canoe. The day was immediately eventful as we witnessed a car that was drowned in the crossing at Akers followed up by a pickup that made the crossing. We mostly paddled all day, stopping a few times for snacks and breaks. Many people were out on the river but it wasn't crowded by any means. We stopped at the Pulltite store for a few things and then checked out the spring and cabin. We stopped at a small patch of sand in a wooded area to spend the night. The day was long and we were both tired and ready to rest. Dinner was grilled burgers, foil carrots, and mango / avocado salsa. It was a beautiful evening and we spent much of it sitting at the river's edge and watching the water roll by. We showered and went to bed only to discover the tent was at the end of its life and one of our air mattresses wouldn't hold air. This was my first overnight trip with a single companion (that wasn't one of my kids) and Beth's first overnight trip on the river.We started this trip about 1100 hours at Akers. We stopped at Jadwin Canoe Rental to make arrangements to move our rig from Akers to Round Spring and then started on our way with a fully loaded canoe. The day was immediately eventful as we witnessed a car that was drowned in the crossing at Akers followed up by a pickup that made the crossing. We mostly paddled all day, stopping a few times for snacks and breaks. Many people were out on the river but it wasn't crowded by any means. We stopped at the Pulltite store for a few things and then checked out the spring and cabin. We stopped at a small patch of sand in a wooded area to spend the night. The day was long and we were both tired and ready to rest. Dinner was grilled burgers, foil carrots, and mango / avocado salsa. It was a beautiful evening and we spent much of it sitting at the river's edge and watching the water roll by. We showered and went to bed only to discover the tent was at the end of its life and one of our air mattresses wouldn't hold air. This was my first overnight trip with a single companion (that wasn't one of my kids) and Beth's first overnight trip on the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 369
Height: 1.00
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 369<br />Height: 1.00
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2023-06-10 MO Current River Boyds Creek (B) Round Spring Total trip distance: 17.0 miles6.6 Good None NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian
We woke up to a chilly morning but little dew and no boats floating by. Although the night felt restless for both of us, we felt awake and ready to go. Eventually, people started floating by but not nearly as many as yesterday. We packed up camp and got going on the river about 1000 hours. Lots of wildlife was out today since the river wasn't as crowded. We spent most of the morning with the river completely to ourselves. We stopped at the cave below the state park and found a grotto salamander in the spring at the cave entrance. We arrived at our destination about 1300 hours, packed up, and stopped in Eminence for a late lunch. This was a successful trip. Two places nearly dumped the canoe but we managed to stop it in time.We woke up to a chilly morning but little dew and no boats floating by. Although the night felt restless for both of us, we felt awake and ready to go. Eventually, people started floating by but not nearly as many as yesterday. We packed up camp and got going on the river about 1000 hours. Lots of wildlife was out today since the river wasn't as crowded. We spent most of the morning with the river completely to ourselves. We stopped at the cave below the state park and found a grotto salamander in the spring at the cave entrance. We arrived at our destination about 1300 hours, packed up, and stopped in Eminence for a late lunch. This was a successful trip. Two places nearly dumped the canoe but we managed to stop it in time. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 363
Height: 0.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 363<br />Height: 0.99
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2023-08-06 MO Current River Akers Mill Hollow (A) Total trip distance: 18.3 miles13.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian
We left the house at 730 hours with a threat of rain but none materialized. I was worried about how the car would perform with a loaded trailer and four people. It seemed to do okay but hard telling what kind of wear and tear I put on it. At one point, halfway there, the car stopped responding to the gas pedal. I thought it was done because of the load. Turns out Joseph had fallen asleep and his knee pushed the shift into neutral. I fixed that and we were on our way again. We paid Jadwin ($95) to shuttle the car and trailer and managed to be on the river right at 1100 hours. At first, we were pretty casual but once we saw how many people were on the river, we realized we needed to get ahead of them to properly enjoy Cave Spring. We got in front of most people and were able to check it out. We stopped at Pulltite to get chips and water for Julian. After that, we stopped at the spring and then pushed on towards our campsite, which was the little sandbar near Mill Hollow that we stayed at last year. We arrived at 1730 hours, setup, and made a dinner of grilled burgers, mac and cheese, and honey glazed carrots, with peanut butter with chocolate chunk cookies for dessert. It would be really difficult to do this stretch successfully without a lot of paddling (which we did) or arriving near dark.We left the house at 730 hours with a threat of rain but none materialized. I was worried about how the car would perform with a loaded trailer and four people. It seemed to do okay but hard telling what kind of wear and tear I put on it. At one point, halfway there, the car stopped responding to the gas pedal. I thought it was done because of the load. Turns out Joseph had fallen asleep and his knee pushed the shift into neutral. I fixed that and we were on our way again. We paid Jadwin ($95) to shuttle the car and trailer and managed to be on the river right at 1100 hours. At first, we were pretty casual but once we saw how many people were on the river, we realized we needed to get ahead of them to properly enjoy Cave Spring. We got in front of most people and were able to check it out. We stopped at Pulltite to get chips and water for Julian. After that, we stopped at the spring and then pushed on towards our campsite, which was the little sandbar near Mill Hollow that we stayed at last year. We arrived at 1730 hours, setup, and made a dinner of grilled burgers, mac and cheese, and honey glazed carrots, with peanut butter with chocolate chunk cookies for dessert. It would be really difficult to do this stretch successfully without a lot of paddling (which we did) or arriving near dark. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 278
Height: 0.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 278<br />Height: 0.77
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2023-08-07 MO Current River Mill Hollow (A) Round Spring Total trip distance: 18.3 miles5.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian
At least one raccoon (and I heard it fighting with something, probably another raccoon) found its way to our campsite last night. I got up and caught it red-handed trying to get into the stove (the only thing I couldn't lock away). I moved the stove to the canoe, thinking it would be more secure there. I then heard it rattling around in the canoe and was up half the night worried that it would knock the boat off the sandbar and we'd have no way to get all of us and our gear downriver. That didn't happen, of course. The next morning, I woke up early and spent quite a bit of time just sitting by the river while the boys slept in. Breakfast was sausage / egg / cheese muffins, toast and homemade jelly, and fruit. We pushed off right at 1000 hours and pulled out around 1300 hours.At least one raccoon (and I heard it fighting with something, probably another raccoon) found its way to our campsite last night. I got up and caught it red-handed trying to get into the stove (the only thing I couldn't lock away). I moved the stove to the canoe, thinking it would be more secure there. I then heard it rattling around in the canoe and was up half the night worried that it would knock the boat off the sandbar and we'd have no way to get all of us and our gear downriver. That didn't happen, of course. The next morning, I woke up early and spent quite a bit of time just sitting by the river while the boys slept in. Breakfast was sausage / egg / cheese muffins, toast and homemade jelly, and fruit. We pushed off right at 1000 hours and pulled out around 1300 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 273
Height: 0.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 273<br />Height: 0.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2023-10-12 MO Current River Pulltite Round Spring Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good Poor RT
SMB
RT, SMB
Henley, Robert
JP
Henley, Robert; JP
Just enough water to classify as "Good".Just enough water to classify as USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 220
Height: 0.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 220<br />Height: 0.65
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2023-10-14 MO Current River Welch Spring Akers (A) Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 Good Poor RT
SMB
RT, SMB
Henley, Robert
Rickerson
Henley, Robert; Rickerson
Water level fine below Welch. Above, wouldn't want water level any lower. Camped at Group Camp 3 just above Akers Ferry.Water level fine below Welch. Above, wouldn't want water level any lower. Camped at Group Camp 3 just above Akers Ferry. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 219
Height: 0.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 219<br />Height: 0.65
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2024-04-15 MO Current River Tan Vat Welch Landing (A) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles11.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSRW boundary-to-boundary day 1. Put in at Tan-Vat, traveled upstream to NPS boundary. River camped just above river mile 11.ONSRW boundary-to-boundary day 1. Put in at Tan-Vat, traveled upstream to NPS boundary. River camped just above river mile 11. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 373
Height: 0.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 373<br />Height: 0.98
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-16 MO Current River Welch Spring (A) Pulltite (B) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles17.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 2. River camped just above river mile 28.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 2. River camped just above river mile 28. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 352
Height: 0.94
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 352<br />Height: 0.94
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-17 MO Current River Pulltite (B) Jerktail Landing Total trip distance: 162.8 miles18.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 3. Camped at Jerktail campground ($10; unlimited ticks).ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 3. Camped at Jerktail campground ($10; unlimited ticks). USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 342
Height: 0.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 342<br />Height: 0.92
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-18 MO Current River Jerktail Landing Jerktail Landing Total trip distance: 162.8 miles0.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 4. Rest day, second night at Jerktail campground ($10; unlimited ticks).ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 4. Rest day, second night at Jerktail campground ($10; unlimited ticks). USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 317
Height: 0.87
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 317<br />Height: 0.87
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-19 MO Current River Jerktail Landing Two Rivers Total trip distance: 162.8 miles6.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 5. Took out at Two Rivers and drove to South Prong put-in of the Jacks Fork.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 5. Took out at Two Rivers and drove to South Prong put-in of the Jacks Fork. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 302
Height: 0.84
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 302<br />Height: 0.84
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-23 MO Current River Two Rivers Log Yard (A) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles14.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 9. River camped above Log Yard.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 9. River camped above Log Yard. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 274
Height: 0.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 274<br />Height: 0.78
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-24 MO Current River Log Yard (A) Big Spring (B) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles26.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 10. River camped below Big Spring.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 10. River camped below Big Spring. USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 269
Height: 0.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 269<br />Height: 0.77
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-25 MO Current River Big Spring (B) Gooseneck Total trip distance: 162.8 miles12.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 11. Off the river two days early to beat the rains. Didn't anticipate the increased flow rate (i.e., average speed) below Two Rivers when trip planning. Could have used a rest day on the Jacks Fork.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 11. Off the river two days early to beat the rains. Didn't anticipate the increased flow rate (i.e., average speed) below Two Rivers when trip planning. Could have used a rest day on the Jacks Fork. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 1190
Height: 3.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 1190<br />Height: 3.05
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-10-13 MO Current River Cedar Grove Akers (A) Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good Poor RTRT Henley, Robert
JP
Henley, Robert; JP
Just enough water to classify as "Good".Just enough water to classify as USGS Gauge Data:
Akers (07064533)
Discharge: 220
Height: 0.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Akers (07064533)<br />Discharge: 220<br />Height: 0.65
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2022-01-29 IA Des Moines River Howell Station Howell Station Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo downstream and back. Mileage listed is one way. Easy paddle both ways. No poling, no walking, no scraping.Solo downstream and back. Mileage listed is one way. Easy paddle both ways. No poling, no walking, no scraping. USGS Gauge Data:
Pella (05488110)
Discharge: 940
Height: 83.51
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Pella (05488110)<br />Discharge: 940<br />Height: 83.51
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-01-30 IA Des Moines River Howell Station Howell Station Total trip distance: 5.0 miles5.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo downstream and back. Mileage listed is one way. Swift water above T17 bridge required strenuous poling on the return leg. No walking, no scraping.Solo downstream and back. Mileage listed is one way. Swift water above T17 bridge required strenuous poling on the return leg. No walking, no scraping. USGS Gauge Data:
Pella (05488110)
Discharge: 892
Height: 83.45
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Pella (05488110)<br />Discharge: 892<br />Height: 83.45
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-02-19 IA Des Moines River Howell Station Howell Station Total trip distance: 3.5 miles3.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo downstream and back. Mileage listed is one-way. Easy paddle both ways. No poling, no walking, no scraping. Paddled in the afternoon after the Lake Red Rock outflow was reduced.Solo downstream and back. Mileage listed is one-way. Easy paddle both ways. No poling, no walking, no scraping. Paddled in the afternoon after the Lake Red Rock outflow was reduced. USGS Gauge Data:
Pella (05488110)
Discharge: 911
Height: 83.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Pella (05488110)<br />Discharge: 911<br />Height: 83.53
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2006-06-17 MO Eleven Point River Greer Whitten Total trip distance: 11.0 miles11.0 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Ballard, Kevin
Ballard, Paige
Ballard, Webb
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Houseworth, Bart
Houseworth, Julie
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Ballard, Christina; Ballard, Kevin; Ballard, Paige; Ballard, Webb; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Houseworth, Bart; Houseworth, Julie; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 499
Height: 2.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 499<br />Height: 2.05
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-05-24 MO Eleven Point River Cane Bluff Spring Creek (B) Total trip distance: 7.4 miles3.7 Good Great SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
BLG
SMB, RB, LSF,  GSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 553
Height: 3.30
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 553<br />Height: 3.30
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-05-25 MO Eleven Point River Spring Creek (B) Greer Crossing Total trip distance: 7.4 miles3.7 Good Great SMB
RB
LSF
GSF
BLG
SMB, RB, LSF,  GSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 549
Height: 3.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 549<br />Height: 3.29
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-06-23 MO Eleven Point River Greer Stinking Pond (A) Total trip distance: 19.0 miles5.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
Camped at Sandy Camp, a large sandbar, which is near Stinking Pond Float Camp.Camped at Sandy Camp, a large sandbar, which is near Stinking Pond Float Camp. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 458
Height: 3.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 458<br />Height: 3.06
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-06-24 MO Eleven Point River Stinking Pond (A) Riverton Total trip distance: 19.0 miles13.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
Camped at Sandy Camp, a large sandbar, which is near Stinking Pond Float Camp.Camped at Sandy Camp, a large sandbar, which is near Stinking Pond Float Camp. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 458
Height: 3.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 458<br />Height: 3.06
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-07-10 MO Eleven Point River Greer Spring Greer Spring (B) Total trip distance: 5.5 miles1.0 Good Poor RB
RT
SMB
RB, RT, SMB
Larsen, Chris
Norris, John
Zumwalt, Dirk
Larsen, Chris; Norris, John; Zumwalt, Dirk
Lots of debris from recent flooding - not as much debris as the Jacks Fork or Current.Lots of debris from recent flooding - not as much debris as the Jacks Fork or Current. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 1010
Height: 4.09
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 1010<br />Height: 4.09
Source: LarsenSource: Larsen
Click for details2017-07-11 MO Eleven Point River Greer Spring (B) Turner's Mill Total trip distance: 5.5 miles4.5 Good Good RB
RT
SMB
RB, RT, SMB
Larsen, Chris
Norris, John
Zumwalt, Dirk
Larsen, Chris; Norris, John; Zumwalt, Dirk
Fishing was almost "Great" by the definition above! Fun float with a few technical corners. Some debris from recent flooding - larger trees/limbs below surface, easy to avoid but be aware. Fantastic float and will definitely be doing this again!!!Fishing was almost USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 988
Height: 4.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 988<br />Height: 4.06
Source: LarsenSource: Larsen
Click for details2017-08-12 MO Eleven Point River Long Hollow Turner's Mill Total trip distance: 8.1 miles8.1 Good Great BLG
RB
RT
SMB
BLG, RB, RT, SMB
Edmond, Brian
Tune, Jeff
Tune, Stacey
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Tune, Jeff; Tune, Stacey; Van Someren, Tom
This was an excellent and casual float. The section above Greer Spring was a little low and we dragged or bumped through most of the riffles (a few had enough to carry us without bumping the bottom). After the spring, the river was swifter and high enough to carry us easily through the remainder of the trip. Nobody else was on the river above MO 19, and only a few people were encountered after that point. We started around 0930 hours and finished at 1640 hours.This was an excellent and casual float. The section above Greer Spring was a little low and we dragged or bumped through most of the riffles (a few had enough to carry us without bumping the bottom). After the spring, the river was swifter and high enough to carry us easily through the remainder of the trip. Nobody else was on the river above MO 19, and only a few people were encountered after that point. We started around 0930 hours and finished at 1640 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 781
Height: 3.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 781<br />Height: 3.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-07-17 MO Eleven Point River Cane Bluff Greer Crossing Total trip distance: 7.4 miles7.4 Good Fair GSF
LSF
RB
RSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, RB, RSF, SMB
Feistner, John
Feistner, Sharon
Schroeppel, Bob
Schroeppel, Kerry
Feistner, John; Feistner, Sharon; Schroeppel, Bob; Schroeppel, Kerry
Water level was really about perfect. A few snags to watch for, but overall, really a nice trip. We use the Bardley-Greer gauge data to get an estimate of what the Cane Bluff flow is. Great day. Bob did a bit of fishing and caught a few.Water level was really about perfect. A few snags to watch for, but overall, really a nice trip. We use the Bardley-Greer gauge data to get an estimate of what the Cane Bluff flow is. Great day. Bob did a bit of fishing and caught a few. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 1090
Height: 3.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 1090<br />Height: 3.98
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2020-06-19 MO Eleven Point River Cane Bluff Greer Crossing Total trip distance: 7.4 miles7.4 Good Great LMB
RB
SMB
LMB, RB, SMB
Fonner, Mike
Franke, Joe
Fonner, Mike; Franke, Joe
River was high but manageable. Was crowded with a couple bus loads and several groups of multiple kayak fisherman. I hope they had as good a luck as we did. Even though the river was moving we were able to catch fish in spots all day.River was high but manageable. Was crowded with a couple bus loads and several groups of multiple kayak fisherman. I hope they had as good a luck as we did. Even though the river was moving we were able to catch fish in spots all day. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 1600
Height: 4.50
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 1600<br />Height: 4.50
Source: FonnerSource: Fonner
Click for details2020-08-22 MO Eleven Point River Long Hollow Big Bottom Hollow (B) Total trip distance: 13.7 miles10.0 Good Poor GSFGSF Chesnutt, Ethan
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Chesnutt, Ethan; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
We started downstream around 1130 hours. The stretch from Long Hollow to Greer Spring was slow but not low. We were able to get through each riffle without getting out although there was some dragging. Past Greer Spring, the water was swifter with less dragging. We originally planned to start at MO 19 but decided we wanted to see the confluence of the spring and the river. Because of that, our late start, and the long shuttle, we had more river miles to cover on the first day than we had planned. We were also in competition with other groups for the sparse camp sites. We finally found one around 1800 hours that was small but suited us fairly well.We started downstream around 1130 hours. The stretch from Long Hollow to Greer Spring was slow but not low. We were able to get through each riffle without getting out although there was some dragging. Past Greer Spring, the water was swifter with less dragging. We originally planned to start at MO 19 but decided we wanted to see the confluence of the spring and the river. Because of that, our late start, and the long shuttle, we had more river miles to cover on the first day than we had planned. We were also in competition with other groups for the sparse camp sites. We finally found one around 1800 hours that was small but suited us fairly well. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 825
Height: 3.50
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 825<br />Height: 3.50
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-08-23 MO Eleven Point River Big Bottom Hollow (B) Whitten Total trip distance: 13.7 miles3.7 Good Poor RTRT Chesnutt, Ethan
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Chesnutt, Ethan; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
After breaking camp, we slowly started downstream around 1000 hours. We were pestered by motor boats today (as we were yesterday). Tom and I saw a family of at least three otters about halfway through this stretch. After a few stops to swim and play, we pulled out around 1500 hours.After breaking camp, we slowly started downstream around 1000 hours. We were pestered by motor boats today (as we were yesterday). Tom and I saw a family of at least three otters about halfway through this stretch. After a few stops to swim and play, we pulled out around 1500 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 812
Height: 3.48
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 812<br />Height: 3.48
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-08-20 MO Eleven Point River Whitten Riverton Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good Poor SMBSMB Feistner
Schroeppel
Feistner; Schroeppel
Water was absolutely great and there were not many floaters. River was just high enough to enable a kayak/canoe to navigate almost every riffle without hitting rocks. The float took us about 5.5 hours with a few stops. Water is pretty chilly though if you are a swimmer. The "good" rating goes down to 300 cfs. It may be a challenge to pick your way through the riffles with only 300 cfs. Expect to hit a some rocks and maybe get hung up in a few. Halls Bay Chute makes for a fun little drop a couple of miles from the end. Rained pretty hard just as we were taking out. Highly recommend this stretch of river.Water was absolutely great and there were not many floaters. River was just high enough to enable a kayak/canoe to navigate almost every riffle without hitting rocks. The float took us about 5.5 hours with a few stops. Water is pretty chilly though if you are a swimmer. The USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 644
Height: 3.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 644<br />Height: 3.23
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2022-04-23 MO Eleven Point River Cane Bluff Turner's Mill Total trip distance: 12.2 miles12.2 Flood None NoneNone UnknownUnknown WashU Outing Club, 16 people, 8 canoes.WashU Outing Club, 16 people, 8 canoes. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 2450
Height: 5.25
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 2450<br />Height: 5.25
Source: SmithSource: Smith
Click for details2022-10-06 MO Eleven Point River Greer Turner's Mill Total trip distance: 14.7 miles4.9 Good Fair RTRT H
JP
JG
LeRoy
Captain Gary
Mike P
H; JP; JG; LeRoy; Captain Gary; Mike P
1st of 3 days. Gary loses his Yak, but recovers. 16" for JP. Great weather. Long dusty shuttle sitting in 3rd place.1st of 3 days. Gary loses his Yak, but recovers. 16 USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 535
Height: 2.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 535<br />Height: 2.92
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2022-10-07 MO Eleven Point River Greer Turner's Mill Total trip distance: 14.7 miles4.9 Good Fair RTRT UnknownUnknown 2nd of 3 days on this section. Gary looses his kayak again. Yesterday, LeRoy motivates us to rename Hurricane Creek to Fall Down Creek. Another long dusty shuttle, Gary gets lost, but recovers. More fish today.2nd of 3 days on this section. Gary looses his kayak again. Yesterday, LeRoy motivates us to rename Hurricane Creek to Fall Down Creek. Another long dusty shuttle, Gary gets lost, but recovers. More fish today. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 529
Height: 2.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 529<br />Height: 2.91
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2022-10-08 MO Eleven Point River Greer Turner's Mill Total trip distance: 14.7 miles4.9 Good Fair RTRT H
JP
Biff
Dano
JG
Jay
Ryan
Cory
Roy
H; JP; Biff; Dano; JG; Jay; Ryan; Cory; Roy
Beautiful day in the Ozarks...again. last two days been eating dust on the shuttle. today's egress found me in the lead position. No more dust! Watch that last bend to the left and mid-stream shadowed rock (about a quarter of a mile up from the take out). We renamed the run...Gary's Tumble. Gary stayed in camp to nurse some bumps and bruises from yesterday's errant ways.Beautiful day in the Ozarks...again. last two days been eating dust on the shuttle. today's egress found me in the lead position. No more dust! Watch that last bend to the left and mid-stream shadowed rock (about a quarter of a mile up from the take out). We renamed the run...Gary's Tumble. Gary stayed in camp to nurse some bumps and bruises from yesterday's errant ways. USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 524
Height: 2.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 524<br />Height: 2.90
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2023-01-30 MO Eleven Point River Turner's Mill Whitten Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Dowling, PaulDowling, Paul No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Bardley (07071500)
Discharge: 797
Height: 3.42
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Bardley (07071500)<br />Discharge: 797<br />Height: 3.42
Source: DowlingSource: Dowling
Click for details2010-08-07 MO Elk River Rt DD MO 43 Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Low None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
The water level was okay along this stretch but we couldn't get through all riffles. I wouldn't want to do this section with any less water. We were on the river from approximately 1200 to 1900 hours. Mostly cloudy and very hot (sun only peaked through occasionally) and it rained for 20-30 minutes towards the end of our trip even though it stayed warm.The water level was okay along this stretch but we couldn't get through all riffles. I wouldn't want to do this section with any less water. We were on the river from approximately 1200 to 1900 hours. Mostly cloudy and very hot (sun only peaked through occasionally) and it rained for 20-30 minutes towards the end of our trip even though it stayed warm. USGS Gauge Data:
Tiff City (07189000)
Discharge: 238
Height: 3.56
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tiff City (07189000)<br />Discharge: 238<br />Height: 3.56
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-12-19 IA English Creek Harvey Harvey Total trip distance: 2.3 miles2.3 Low None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo up and back. Mileage listed is one way. Had to walk all but two drops. No portages. No tree pull-overs.Solo up and back. Mileage listed is one way. Had to walk all but two drops. No portages. No tree pull-overs. USGS Gauge Data:
Knoxville (05488200)
Discharge: 9
Height: 8.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Knoxville (05488200)<br />Discharge: 9<br />Height: 8.41
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-03-27 IA English Creek Harvey Harvey Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo upstream and back. Mileage reported is round trip. Upstream travel below highway T17 was mostly poling the pools and lining the ledges. Easy paddling above T17. All the drops were runnable on the return leg.Solo upstream and back. Mileage reported is round trip. Upstream travel below highway T17 was mostly poling the pools and lining the ledges. Easy paddling above T17. All the drops were runnable on the return leg. USGS Gauge Data:
Knoxville (05488200)
Discharge: 47
Height: 9.03
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Knoxville (05488200)<br />Discharge: 47<br />Height: 9.03
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2013-08-17 MO Finley River Riverdale James River Total trip distance: 9.8 miles6.4 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elicia
Ligon, Elseya
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Hannah
Williams, Sarah
Williams, Tom
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elicia; Ligon, Elseya; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Hannah; Williams, Sarah; Williams, Tom
The water level was ideal for canoes. There were several obstacles along the way that we walked around for the benefit of the babies. Kayaks were able to traverse most of them with ease.The water level was ideal for canoes. There were several obstacles along the way that we walked around for the benefit of the babies. Kayaks were able to traverse most of them with ease. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 293
Height: 1.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 293<br />Height: 1.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-08-07 MO Finley River Riverside Finley River Park Total trip distance: 1.4 miles1.4 Good Fair LSF
SMB
LSF, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Just paddled upstream from the Finley River park to Riverside bridge and back to fish a little, so twice the distance.Just paddled upstream from the Finley River park to Riverside bridge and back to fish a little, so twice the distance. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 198
Height: 1.56
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 198<br />Height: 1.56
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-08-13 MO Finley River Lindenlure Ozark Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Great GSF
LSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, SMB
Coroleuski, Linda
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Coroleuski, Linda; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
The water level was very good, but this trip included at least two non-trivial portages and several very tricky spots, even for a kayak, due to downed trees and overhanging branches.The water level was very good, but this trip included at least two non-trivial portages and several very tricky spots, even for a kayak, due to downed trees and overhanging branches. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 241
Height: 1.58
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 241<br />Height: 1.58
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-09-18 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 4.2 miles4.2 Low Fair BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Put in and took out at Reed Road. Paddled upstream for 2+ miles until a YUUUUUUGE tree snarl was encountered (coordinates of the blockage: 37.042665, -93.072104).Put in and took out at Reed Road. Paddled upstream for 2+ miles until a YUUUUUUGE tree snarl was encountered (coordinates of the blockage: 37.042665, -93.072104). USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 144
Height: 1.24
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 144<br />Height: 1.24
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-01-21 MO Finley River Lindenlure Ozark Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor NoneNone Acharya, Holly
Acharya, Sreekanth
Arnold, Al
Bernskoetter, Alli
Casey, Libra
Cricket
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Ficarra, Serena
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Holly; Acharya, Sreekanth; Arnold, Al; Bernskoetter, Alli; Casey, Libra; Cricket; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Ficarra, Serena; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was about right for this stretch. More water would have reduced dragging on some riffles, but it would also have made the obstacles and portage areas much more dangerous. This is a technical stretch that required a half-dozen portages or more, two of which were pretty substantial. There are also several places that are tricky, especially for a canoe.The water level was about right for this stretch. More water would have reduced dragging on some riffles, but it would also have made the obstacles and portage areas much more dangerous. This is a technical stretch that required a half-dozen portages or more, two of which were pretty substantial. There are also several places that are tricky, especially for a canoe. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 162
Height: 1.39
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 162<br />Height: 1.39
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-04-08 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair SMBSMB Hooper, Joe
Van Someren, Tom
Hooper, Joe; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was excellent! Despite breaking my $135 carbon paddle IN HALF, this float was great (near 80 degree weather, with some very good fishing). Had to spend too much time babying my crudely repaired paddle, but even with that I managed to catch four nice small mouth bass.There are two tree snarl obstructions in this segment of the river. The first one located at these coordinates, 37.045881, -93.065229. It's fairly easily portaged around and with a chain saw could probably get a small pathway cleared through it. The second tree snarl (coordinates 37.042722, -93.072017) is MUCH larger and more difficult to portage around. It would take some significant time and effort to fully clear the river of this major obstruction. Photos of both snarls can be seen on Flickr.The water level was excellent! Despite breaking my $135 carbon paddle IN HALF, this float was great (near 80 degree weather, with some very good fishing). Had to spend too much time babying my crudely repaired paddle, but even with that I managed to catch four nice small mouth bass.There are two tree snarl obstructions in this segment of the river. The first one located at these coordinates, 37.045881, -93.065229. It's fairly easily portaged around and with a chain saw could probably get a small pathway cleared through it. The second tree snarl (coordinates 37.042722, -93.072017) is MUCH larger and more difficult to portage around. It would take some significant time and effort to fully clear the river of this major obstruction. Photos of both snarls can be seen on Flickr. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 442
Height: 2.21
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 442<br />Height: 2.21
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-04-12 MO Finley River Larose Road Johns Ford Road Total trip distance: 3.4 miles3.4 Low Good LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
This was a very enjoyable and worthwhile trip. However, the water level was almost too low for a trouble-free float. Nearly every riffle had some dragging and most places came with some real work to keep moving forward. We had to get out a few places.Like most wild rivers, there were some downed trees that had to be portaged. A chainsaw would have been helpful for this trip and for cleaning up the river. Ironically, one downed tree and the Braden Road (2.2 miles downstream from put-in) low-water bridge could be floated under, which wouldn't have been possible with significantly more water.There were several springs and seepy bluffs along this stretch of river.This was a very enjoyable and worthwhile trip. However, the water level was almost too low for a trouble-free float. Nearly every riffle had some dragging and most places came with some real work to keep moving forward. We had to get out a few places.Like most wild rivers, there were some downed trees that had to be portaged. A chainsaw would have been helpful for this trip and for cleaning up the river. Ironically, one downed tree and the Braden Road (2.2 miles downstream from put-in) low-water bridge could be floated under, which wouldn't have been possible with significantly more water.There were several springs and seepy bluffs along this stretch of river. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 204
Height: 1.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 204<br />Height: 1.62
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-04-19 MO Finley River Larose Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 9.9 miles9.9 Good Fair RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We took this day to clean up some log jams. The first two, within a mile of our starting point, took up the majority of our clean up time. These weren't completely cleared but hopefully enough that a flood will clear things out. We also cleared several other smaller blockages along the way.We took this day to clean up some log jams. The first two, within a mile of our starting point, took up the majority of our clean up time. These weren't completely cleared but hopefully enough that a flood will clear things out. We also cleared several other smaller blockages along the way. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 659
Height: 2.68
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 659<br />Height: 2.68
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-06-02 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Originally this trip began with the purpose of me clearing away some downed trees. But stupidly leaving the chainsaws at home it simply became a fishing trip. The water level was PERFECT for a lazy day of casting the entire way. And the weather was GLORIOUS, too, with clear blue skies and an 83 degree temperature and no wind. There are still large tree obstructions that need clearing along this 6-mile stretch. Two new large trees have fallen together at these coordinates (Originally this trip began with the purpose of me clearing away some downed trees. But stupidly leaving the chainsaws at home it simply became a fishing trip.

The water level was PERFECT for a lazy day of casting the entire way. And the weather was GLORIOUS, too, with clear blue skies and an 83 degree temperature and no wind.

There are still large tree obstructions that need clearing along this 6-mile stretch. Two new large trees have fallen together at these coordinates ( USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 305
Height: 1.88
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 305<br />Height: 1.88
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-06-04 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Low Fair LSF
RB
LSF, RB
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom
We just paddled 1 mile upstream from Reed Road and had a nice afternoon picnic in the shade of a private gravel bar, then returned back the car. The water level was low, but still mostly kayakable, except over the partially exposed gravely areas.We just paddled 1 mile upstream from Reed Road and had a nice afternoon picnic in the shade of a private gravel bar, then returned back the car. The water level was low, but still mostly kayakable, except over the partially exposed gravely areas. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 246
Height: 1.71
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 246<br />Height: 1.71
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-07-02 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Low Poor NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
We paddled 1/2 mile up to a downed double-trunk sycamore to cut it out. Both of us had to paddle back to the put in one time to retrieve something to assist in the effort, resulting in 2 miles total. Much of the work was done and the obstacle is definitely better than it was. But, we couldn't move the bottom log completely out of the way. The pool between the put in and the obstacle was pretty slow. One small riffle between was easily paddled but was very low.We paddled 1/2 mile up to a downed double-trunk sycamore to cut it out. Both of us had to paddle back to the put in one time to retrieve something to assist in the effort, resulting in 2 miles total. Much of the work was done and the obstacle is definitely better than it was. But, we couldn't move the bottom log completely out of the way. The pool between the put in and the obstacle was pretty slow. One small riffle between was easily paddled but was very low. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 81
Height: 1.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 81<br />Height: 1.05
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-10-01 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 1.0 miles1.0 Poor Poor BLG
RB
BLG, RB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Just paddled upstream a half mile, ate some lunch, and fished the slow pools. Mostly to just enjoy the sunny 82 degree October 1st Sunday afternoon.Just paddled upstream a half mile, ate some lunch, and fished the slow pools. Mostly to just enjoy the sunny 82 degree October 1st Sunday afternoon. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 30
Height: 0.68
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 30<br />Height: 0.68
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-05-10 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Good Poor BLG
RB
BLG, RB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Paddled one mile upstream from Reed Road and fished the couple deeper holes where the water wasn't flowing too quickly. The current was actually fairly aggressive to paddle upstream, especially so over the shallower gravely areas. I had to get out and pull the kayak upstream through the swifter water.Paddled one mile upstream from Reed Road and fished the couple deeper holes where the water wasn't flowing too quickly. The current was actually fairly aggressive to paddle upstream, especially so over the shallower gravely areas. I had to get out and pull the kayak upstream through the swifter water. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 322
Height: 1.93
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 322<br />Height: 1.93
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-05-12 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Low Great GSF
RB
SMB
GSF, RB, SMB
Acharya, Sree
Arnold, Al
Casey, Libra
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Fillmer, Lawrence
Hong, Kenny
Larsen, Chris
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Sree; Arnold, Al; Casey, Libra; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Fillmer, Lawrence; Hong, Kenny; Larsen, Chris; Van Someren, Tom
This was a fantastic float and a good day to be out. Several of the riffles had significant amounts of dragging, a few required a short portage or pulling the boat through the water. At least one set of snags caused a significant portage across two gravel bars. We spent some amount of time clearing debris and cutting limbs to make future floats better.This was a fantastic float and a good day to be out. Several of the riffles had significant amounts of dragging, a few required a short portage or pulling the boat through the water. At least one set of snags caused a significant portage across two gravel bars. We spent some amount of time clearing debris and cutting limbs to make future floats better. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 237
Height: 1.71
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 237<br />Height: 1.71
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-05-18 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair BLG
LMB
RB
SMB
BLG, LMB, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom The current was flowing really great, however the visibility into the water was murky from silt still not having settled (due to the recent rains). Despite having just paddled this section of the river the Saturday before, I decided to go again (on a whim and moment's notice) since the weather was perfect for it. The fishing turned out pretty good too.The current was flowing really great, however the visibility into the water was murky from silt still not having settled (due to the recent rains). Despite having just paddled this section of the river the Saturday before, I decided to go again (on a whim and moment's notice) since the weather was perfect for it. The fishing turned out pretty good too. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 532
Height: 2.37
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 532<br />Height: 2.37
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-05-21 MO Finley River Seneca Road Seneca Road Total trip distance: 2.4 miles2.4 Good Poor LSF
RB
LSF, RB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Put in (16:30) and took out (20:00) at Seneca Road. Paddled upstream for 1.17 miles (fishing the slower pools) until the strong current took its toll on my arms and just I just didn't want to exert myself anymore. Beautiful late afternoon day to get on the river.Put in (16:30) and took out (20:00) at Seneca Road. Paddled upstream for 1.17 miles (fishing the slower pools) until the strong current took its toll on my arms and just I just didn't want to exert myself anymore. Beautiful late afternoon day to get on the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 394
Height: 2.09
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 394<br />Height: 2.09
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-05-24 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Johns Ford Road Total trip distance: 2.5 miles2.5 Good Poor RBRB Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Put in again at 16:30, paddled upstream to Braden Road (with only half a kayak paddle, since I stupidly took the two male halves) and lazily fished the deeper slow pools while drifting down stream. There are a couple spots in this stretch that would benefit from a small chain saw being brought along on the next trip. The water level was good for this sort of up-stream trip: not overly swift, but high enough to make the downstream trip easy without dragging.Put in again at 16:30, paddled upstream to Braden Road (with only half a kayak paddle, since I stupidly took the two male halves) and lazily fished the deeper slow pools while drifting down stream. There are a couple spots in this stretch that would benefit from a small chain saw being brought along on the next trip. The water level was good for this sort of up-stream trip: not overly swift, but high enough to make the downstream trip easy without dragging. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 194
Height: 1.58
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 194<br />Height: 1.58
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-05-29 MO Finley River Braden Road Braden Road Total trip distance: 2.6 miles2.6 Good Fair LSF
RB
SMB
LSF, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Put in late in the afternoon around 15:30 and took out right before dark, 20:30. Found a spot to park the car well off the road that wasn't marked Private Property / No Trespassing and paddled upstream 1.28 miles. This section of the river isn't as favorable to paddle upstream as it has WAAAAY too many extended gravelly bars the kayak has to be pulled through (so it's more like a hike with your boat). The fish weren't biting at all until right before dusk when I caught three very nice size smallies and a goggle eye.Put in late in the afternoon around 15:30 and took out right before dark, 20:30. Found a spot to park the car well off the road that wasn't marked Private Property / No Trespassing and paddled upstream 1.28 miles. This section of the river isn't as favorable to paddle upstream as it has WAAAAY too many extended gravelly bars the kayak has to be pulled through (so it's more like a hike with your boat). The fish weren't biting at all until right before dusk when I caught three very nice size smallies and a goggle eye. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 260
Height: 1.71
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 260<br />Height: 1.71
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-05-30 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 4.2 miles4.2 Good Excellent BLG
LMB
RB
SMB
BLG, LMB, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom A *gorgeous* day to be on a river, so I spent the entire day paddling up stream, swimming, fishing, eating, and soaking in the solitude of having this stretch of clear stream all to myself. Fished several holes and long calm sections extensively from shady areas and utterly KILLED it with the number of fish caught. At the spot where I stopped paddling up stream I spent probably 90 minutes catching something on nearly EVERY cast (it was unbelievable for a while!). Most were 6-7" goggle eye and small sun fish, but several were nice sized large and small mouth bass. Just a perfect day.A *gorgeous* day to be on a river, so I spent the entire day paddling up stream, swimming, fishing, eating, and soaking in the solitude of having this stretch of clear stream all to myself. Fished several holes and long calm sections extensively from shady areas and utterly KILLED it with the number of fish caught. At the spot where I stopped paddling up stream I spent probably 90 minutes catching something on nearly EVERY cast (it was unbelievable for a while!). Most were 6-7 USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 218
Height: 1.58
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 218<br />Height: 1.58
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-06-29 MO Finley River Braden Road Braden Road Total trip distance: 2.6 miles2.6 Good Fair LSF
RB
SMB
LSF, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Put in late in the afternoon around 15:30 and took out right before dark, 20:30. Found a spot to park the car well off the road that wasn't marked Private Property / No Trespassing and paddled upstream 1.28 miles. This section of the river isn't as favorable to paddle upstream as it has WAAAAY too many extended gravely bars the kayak has to be pulled through (so it's more like a hike with your boat). The fish weren't biting at all until right before dusk when I caught three very nice size smallies and a goggle eye.Put in late in the afternoon around 15:30 and took out right before dark, 20:30. Found a spot to park the car well off the road that wasn't marked Private Property / No Trespassing and paddled upstream 1.28 miles. This section of the river isn't as favorable to paddle upstream as it has WAAAAY too many extended gravely bars the kayak has to be pulled through (so it's more like a hike with your boat). The fish weren't biting at all until right before dusk when I caught three very nice size smallies and a goggle eye. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 55
Height: 0.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 55<br />Height: 0.86
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-08-17 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 Poor Great GSF
LSF
RB
SMB
GSF, LSF, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Tried to take advantage of the perfect weather and recent rains, but the water level was still much too low. Had to drag the kayak over pretty much every gravel bar to get upstream about 1 1/2 miles and fish the long slow pool located there. Great fishing was had, though, just sitting in the shade pulling in one after another 6-7 inch goggle eye and SMB. Got in the water at 15:00 and took out 18:40.Tried to take advantage of the perfect weather and recent rains, but the water level was still much too low. Had to drag the kayak over pretty much every gravel bar to get upstream about 1 1/2 miles and fish the long slow pool located there. Great fishing was had, though, just sitting in the shade pulling in one after another 6-7 inch goggle eye and SMB. Got in the water at 15:00 and took out 18:40. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 102
Height: 1.12
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 102<br />Height: 1.12
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-09-03 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Poor Great BLG
GSF
LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
BLG, GSF, LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Hooper, Joe
Van Someren, Tom
Hooper, Joe; Van Someren, Tom
The weather was perfect, the fishing was great, but the water level was pretty lousy (despite the recent rains that occurred earlier a few days before). The CFS had unfortunately dropped below a "Good" rating. Several 12-14" large mouth bass were caught throughout the day, though. The river obstructions located at N37.045881 W93.065229 have become worse and need significant cleanup to make this area easily navigable again. Portaging around it in lower water levels has become a real hassle. The second tree snarl (coordinates N37.042722 W93.072017) now has a wide easy pathway through it.The weather was perfect, the fishing was great, but the water level was pretty lousy (despite the recent rains that occurred earlier a few days before). The CFS had unfortunately dropped below a USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 174
Height: 1.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 174<br />Height: 1.41
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-04-09 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair SMBSMB Bartlett, Renee
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Van Someren, Tom
This was a near-perfect-conditions day to be on the river, especially for early April. The water level was still flowing really great from semi-recent rains, and the air was very clam and warm from a cloudless sunny day. Too bad the fishing was rather poor (Renee managed to catch a small carp). The large spread-out tree snarl that occurs where Pedelo Creek joins the Finley has changed again where it can be made MUCH more easily navigable with a day's worth work with a couple chain saws.This was a near-perfect-conditions day to be on the river, especially for early April. The water level was still flowing really great from semi-recent rains, and the air was very clam and warm from a cloudless sunny day. Too bad the fishing was rather poor (Renee managed to catch a small carp). The large spread-out tree snarl that occurs where Pedelo Creek joins the Finley has changed again where it can be made MUCH more easily navigable with a day's worth work with a couple chain saws. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 373
Height: 2.13
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 373<br />Height: 2.13
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-04-16 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 5.8 miles5.8 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom On a whim (and because it was such a mild April day with good flowing water) I paddled 2.9 miles upstream to Pedelo Creek to clear away some river obstructions.On a whim (and because it was such a mild April day with good flowing water) I paddled 2.9 miles upstream to Pedelo Creek to clear away some river obstructions. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 377
Height: 2.14
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 377<br />Height: 2.14
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-05-17 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Great GSF
RB
SMB
GSF, RB, SMB
Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
This was an ideal water level for this stretch of river. Several blocked passageways and some obstacles were encountered. We cleared some of these with a chainsaw and manpower but there is much work to be done.This was an ideal water level for this stretch of river. Several blocked passageways and some obstacles were encountered. We cleared some of these with a chainsaw and manpower but there is much work to be done. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 465
Height: 2.32
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 465<br />Height: 2.32
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-06-21 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Good BLG
GSF
RB
SMB
BLG, GSF, RB, SMB
Bartlett, Renee
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was perfect for this trip. The weather was too, right up to the point when a small rain shower developed and caused us to stay under tree cover / shelter for a while. Wet from the rain the temperature drop made it seem much cooler than it should have been for June. Still, a great impromptu Solstice Day float.The water level was perfect for this trip. The weather was too, right up to the point when a small rain shower developed and caused us to stay under tree cover / shelter for a while. Wet from the rain the temperature drop made it seem much cooler than it should have been for June. Still, a great impromptu Solstice Day float. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 415
Height: 2.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 415<br />Height: 2.22
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-06-30 MO Finley River Reed Road Lindenlure Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 Good Good BLG
GSF
LSF
RB
SMB
BLG, GSF, LSF, RB, SMB
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This little 3-mile section of the Finley has several great fishing holes, as well as some good swimming holes. The water was moving nicely and only one area could benefit from a chainsaw clearing an easier navigable path through it. One down side is having to portage kayaks over the dam at Linden (as all the property above the dam is private homes). It's not difficult to do so with two people, but the climb down the damn can be quite slippery and precarious. I certainly wouldn't want to attempt doing so with a very strong current flowing over the dam.This little 3-mile section of the Finley has several great fishing holes, as well as some good swimming holes. The water was moving nicely and only one area could benefit from a chainsaw clearing an easier navigable path through it. One down side is having to portage kayaks over the dam at Linden (as all the property above the dam is private homes). It's not difficult to do so with two people, but the climb down the damn can be quite slippery and precarious. I certainly wouldn't want to attempt doing so with a very strong current flowing over the dam. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 343
Height: 1.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 343<br />Height: 1.90
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-01-05 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom On a whim, I decided to make use of the 55 degree January day and the good water level to find out how many obstructions had possibly formed along this section. Getting started late (at 14:45) I only had 2 hours of daylight to complete this 6.5 mile, but managed to finish before dark. The first obstruction (37.034948 -93.046506) is .25 miles above Patterson Spring inlet. Two trees cross the river and could be removed with some difficulty. The second obstruction (37.041540 -93.048854) is just below Patterson Spring and is more of a navigable snarl. The last obstruction is just above Pedelo Creek. Two more trees cross the river here and could be more easily removed than the first blockage upstream.On a whim, I decided to make use of the 55 degree January day and the good water level to find out how many obstructions had possibly formed along this section. Getting started late (at 14:45) I only had 2 hours of daylight to complete this 6.5 mile, but managed to finish before dark.

The first obstruction (37.034948  -93.046506) is .25 miles above Patterson Spring inlet. Two trees cross the river and could be removed with some difficulty.
The second obstruction (37.041540 -93.048854) is just below Patterson Spring and is more of a navigable snarl. The last obstruction is just above Pedelo Creek. Two more trees cross the river here and could be more easily removed than the first blockage upstream. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 274
Height: 1.75
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 274<br />Height: 1.75
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-02-24 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Haun, Korey
Van Someren, Tom
Haun, Korey; Van Someren, Tom
Korey and I got a late start on this trip (1400 hours), but still easily finished just after 1700 hours. The water level was okay with plenty of current, but we still found areas where our boats scraped over some shallow gravel bar-ish spots. The river has managed to self-clear nearly all previous non-navigable obstructions through this section. Only one snarl (just below Patterson Spring) presents some challenge getting through, yet can be avoided with an easy portage around it. Didn't see one fish in the stream the entire trip.Korey and I got a late start on this trip (1400 hours), but still easily finished just after 1700 hours. The water level was okay with plenty of current, but we still found areas where our boats scraped over some shallow gravel bar-ish spots. The river has managed to self-clear nearly all previous non-navigable obstructions through this section. Only one snarl (just below Patterson Spring) presents some challenge getting through, yet can be avoided with an easy portage around it. Didn't see one fish in the stream the entire trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 366
Height: 1.99
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 366<br />Height: 1.99
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-02-29 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Haun, Korey
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Haun, Korey; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This was a GREAT float! The perfect water level with crystal clear visibility and fantastic weather for the last day of February. Korey smoked ribs the evening before and they were awesome! I spent the day before clearing a couple of minor snarls to give us an unobstructed trip the entire way.This was a GREAT float! The perfect water level with crystal clear visibility and fantastic weather for the last day of February. Korey smoked ribs the evening before and they were awesome! I spent the day before clearing a couple of minor snarls to give us an unobstructed trip the entire way. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 472
Height: 2.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 472<br />Height: 2.22
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-05-02 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Poor RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Bartlett, Renee
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
An absolutely perfect day, with excellent water flow and stream clarity the whole way. Got in at 11:40 and took out at 18:30, stopping for two lazy lunches on shady gravel bars. The nasty snarl just below Jackson Spring needs more work done on it, due to a large tree completely crossing the river obstructing the navigable path. The Pedelo Creek snarl area has another minor tree obstruction that a chainsaw would make quick work of. Note: Ed Underwood, the property owner at the Reed Road take-out spot, has gated his entrance to the river. He hasn't begun locking the gate yet, only utilizing a loose chain looped into a slot on the movable gate. Speaking with another person who also parked on the property, he said Ed put the gate up since the Linden property owners had closed that access to the public. He said Ed would continue allowing access to the river so long as it didn't get crazy or out of hand. I think it's only a matter of time, though, before idiots will ruin Reed Road as a usable access to the Finley.An absolutely perfect day, with excellent water flow and stream clarity the whole way. Got in at 11:40 and took out at 18:30, stopping for two lazy lunches on shady gravel bars. The nasty snarl just below Jackson Spring needs more work done on it, due to a large tree completely crossing the river obstructing the navigable path. The Pedelo Creek snarl area has another minor tree obstruction that a chainsaw would make quick work of. Note: Ed Underwood, the property owner at the Reed Road take-out spot, has gated his entrance to the river. He hasn't begun locking the gate yet, only utilizing a loose chain looped into a slot on the movable gate. Speaking with another person who also parked on the property, he said Ed put the gate up since the Linden property owners had closed that access to the public. He said Ed would continue allowing access to the river so long as it didn't get crazy or out of hand. I think it's only a matter of time, though, before idiots will ruin Reed Road as a usable access to the Finley. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 573
Height: 2.46
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 573<br />Height: 2.46
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-05-21 MO Finley River US 160 US 160 Total trip distance: 1.5 miles1.5 High Good RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Paddled upstream 3/4 of a mile against a pretty strong current to the long deep pool that's basically the same distance below Riverdale dam. Fished for two hours, finally catching eight smallmouth and goggle eye of various sizes around dusk. Each time I've fished this large pool there have been large gar routinely jumping out of the water and splashing about. Sometimes it gets annoying it's so frequent. Note: Getting kayaks and equipment in and out of this spot isn't very fun at all. The roar of traffic continually blowing by is very nerve-wracking and quite unsettling.Paddled upstream 3/4 of a mile against a pretty strong current to the long deep pool that's basically the same distance below Riverdale dam. Fished for two hours, finally catching eight smallmouth and goggle eye of various sizes around dusk. Each time I've fished this large pool there have been large gar routinely jumping out of the water and splashing about. Sometimes it gets annoying it's so frequent.

Note: Getting kayaks and equipment in and out of this spot isn't very fun at all. The roar of traffic continually blowing by is very nerve-wracking and quite unsettling. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 894
Height: 3.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 894<br />Height: 3.06
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-05-31 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair SMBSMB Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Bre
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Bre; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was perfect for this float. There were a few tricky places and one portage around a log jam but nothing was particularly dangerous or difficult, even for beginners. At this level, the water is fast and clear.The water level was perfect for this float. There were a few tricky places and one portage around a log jam but nothing was particularly dangerous or difficult, even for beginners. At this level, the water is fast and clear. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 745
Height: 2.80
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 745<br />Height: 2.80
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-06-23 MO Finley River Patterson Road Patterson Road Total trip distance: 0.0 miles0.0 Low None NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom This wasn't a float trip, but an afternoon spent trying to clear out a large tree obstructing the river just below where Patterson Spring enters. I'm just placing the report here to denote the date it was done along with the river's water level at the time. Video documentation is also included in the external links.This wasn't a float trip, but an afternoon spent trying to clear out a large tree obstructing the river just below where Patterson Spring enters. I'm just placing the report here to denote the date it was done along with the river's water level at the time. Video documentation is also included in the external links. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 168
Height: 1.45
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 168<br />Height: 1.45
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-07-10 MO Finley River Two Rivers Road James River Total trip distance: 3.5 miles0.3 Good None (none)(none) Barton, Adam
Brumfield, Josh
Barton, Adam; Brumfield, Josh
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 96
Height: 1.12
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 96<br />Height: 1.12
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-08-13 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Low Good RBRB Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Just paddled (and dragged) the kayak upstream 1 mile to a favorite fishing / swimming hole. Despite the low water level and CFS, this mile of stream is mostly easily paddle-able in this less-than-optimal condition. Caught several 5-6 in rock bass / goggle eye and observed MANY good sized small mouth.Just paddled (and dragged) the kayak upstream 1 mile to a favorite fishing / swimming hole. Despite the low water level and CFS, this mile of stream is mostly easily paddle-able in this less-than-optimal condition. Caught several 5-6 in rock bass / goggle eye and observed MANY good sized small mouth. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 46
Height: 0.80
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 46<br />Height: 0.80
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-09-08 MO Finley River Rt KK Rt KK Total trip distance: 7.8 miles7.8 Poor None NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Took advantage of the low water conditions and cloudy day to paddle/wade/hike 3.9 miles upstream (just past Greasy Creek), scoping out the amount of debris and river obstructions along this section of the river. While there were several trees and blockages to deal with, I noted that nearly all of them could be cleared out fairly easily with a chainsaw, enough so to provide a clear navigable path when 100-200 CFS more flowing water would be present. There are several long deep-ish good fishing holes along this section, especially between Arapaho Road and Hwy KK. Between Olga Road and Arapaho Road I spoke with a landowner who was "politely unreceptive" to my query/suggestion of using a chainsaw to make a navigable path in the stream (WTF?). Above Olga Road on toward Hwy Z the river seemed less hospitable with more difficult obstructions. But even in this extremely low level water condition the river was "mostly navigable", though not enjoyably so. So it's got to be MUCH better with even as little as 100 CFS more water flowing.Took advantage of the low water conditions and cloudy day to paddle/wade/hike 3.9 miles upstream (just past Greasy Creek), scoping out the amount of debris and river obstructions along this section of the river. While there were several trees and blockages to deal with, I noted that nearly all of them could be cleared out fairly easily with a chainsaw, enough so to provide a clear navigable path when 100-200 CFS more flowing water would be present.

There are several long deep-ish good fishing holes along this section, especially between Arapaho Road and Hwy KK. Between Olga Road and Arapaho Road I spoke with a landowner who was USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 36
Height: 0.72
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 36<br />Height: 0.72
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-09-13 MO Finley River Finley River Park Finley River Park Total trip distance: 2.8 miles2.8 Low Poor NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Just paddled upstream from the Finley River Park boat ramp to Riverside bridge and back. Fished mostly the upper half mile and didn't even get a single bite, despite seeing plenty of good sized fish in the water.Just paddled upstream from the Finley River Park boat ramp to Riverside bridge and back. Fished mostly the upper half mile and didn't even get a single bite, despite seeing plenty of good sized fish in the water. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 33
Height: 0.70
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 33<br />Height: 0.70
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-09-20 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 5.8 miles5.8 Poor Fair BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Paddled / waded / hiked upstream to the confluence of Pedelo Creek to, once and for all, clear a navigable path through the multiple tree obstructions that have been there for the last several years. Also did a little fishing on the return back to the car.Paddled / waded / hiked upstream to the confluence of Pedelo Creek to, once and for all, clear a navigable path through the multiple tree obstructions that have been there for the last several years. Also did a little fishing on the return back to the car. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 28
Height: 0.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 28<br />Height: 0.65
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-09-28 MO Finley River Finley River Park Finley River Park Total trip distance: 2.8 miles2.8 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee
It was a beautiful day of near perfect weather. We put in at Finley River Park and paddled upstream to Riverside Bridge before turning and paddling back. There was a small wildfire that spanned 100 yards or so along the eastern bank just south or Riverside bridge that was being battled by Nixa FD.It was a beautiful day of near perfect weather. We put in at Finley River Park and paddled upstream to Riverside Bridge before turning and paddling back. There was a small wildfire that spanned 100 yards or so along the eastern bank just south or Riverside bridge that was being battled by Nixa FD. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 37
Height: 0.74
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 37<br />Height: 0.74
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-11-08 MO Finley River Riverside Finley River Park Total trip distance: 1.4 miles1.4 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee
Our first put in at the new Riverside Bridge. While the parking area is nice and large, there is a considerable carry to the water with a rather steep small access from the bank. Otherwise, This section is easy and unobstructed. The fall foliage was spectacular.Our first put in at the new Riverside Bridge. While the parking area is nice and large, there is a considerable carry to the water with a rather steep small access from the bank. Otherwise, This section is easy and unobstructed. The fall foliage was spectacular. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 96
Height: 1.12
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 96<br />Height: 1.12
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2021-04-27 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Poor NoneNone Copeland, Bryan
Copeland, Layla
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Copeland, Bryan; Copeland, Layla; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was just about perfect except for a couple short spots where the bottoms of our boats scraped over wide gravel bar areas out in the middle of the stream. There are two new trees that have fallen across the river. One (about 200 yards past the snarly mess that I cleared away last summer, which was just below where Patterson Spring enters) blocks the stream making a quick portage around it the smart choice. The 2nd downed tree is about a mile further downstream. Both trees could be cleared in about 45 minutes and 15 minutes respectively, with a couple chainsaws and helpers. The first downed tree managed to dump me, as I stupidly wasn't able to thread the needle through it properly due to the swift current and overconfidence. Even more stupidly, I lost my cell phone from capsizing. Searching for it we were unsuccessful in locating it. However, hiking back to the spot the following morning with a facemask and snorkel I managed to find it. (YESSSSS! 💪) Thankfully I did, because 4 hours later the river rose nearly 1400 CFS into flood stage. 😨The water level was just about perfect except for a couple short spots where the bottoms of our boats scraped over wide gravel bar areas out in the middle of the stream. There are two new trees that have fallen across the river. One (about 200 yards past the snarly mess that I cleared away last summer, which was just below where Patterson Spring enters) blocks the stream making a quick portage around it the smart choice. The 2nd downed tree is about a mile further downstream. Both trees could be cleared in about 45 minutes and 15 minutes respectively, with a couple chainsaws and helpers. The first downed tree managed to dump me, as I stupidly wasn't able to thread the needle through it properly due to the swift current and overconfidence. Even more stupidly, I lost my cell phone from capsizing. Searching for it we were unsuccessful in locating it. However, hiking back to the spot the following morning with a facemask and snorkel I managed to find it. (YESSSSS! 💪) Thankfully I did, because 4 hours later the river rose nearly 1400 CFS into flood stage. 😨 USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 396
Height: 2.12
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 396<br />Height: 2.12
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2021-06-13 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Poor NoneNone Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
The river was moving swiftly but not dangerously so. There were a few tricky spots, one of which turned Joseph over in a pretty bad spot. We lost some gear and some pride but he was okay. Julian did a great job paddling through all of the obstacles and he and I were the only ones who didn't flip this day. Renee and Marianne were invited but declined for some unknown reason (probably because they thought the water would be higher than it was).The river was moving swiftly but not dangerously so. There were a few tricky spots, one of which turned Joseph over in a pretty bad spot. We lost some gear and some pride but he was okay. Julian did a great job paddling through all of the obstacles and he and I were the only ones who didn't flip this day. Renee and Marianne were invited but declined for some unknown reason (probably because they thought the water would be higher than it was). USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 600
Height: 2.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 600<br />Height: 2.60
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-07-03 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Poor NoneNone Brown, Lucy
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
Romano, David
Romano, Hannah Brown
Van Someren, Tom
Brown, Lucy; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya; Romano, David; Romano, Hannah Brown; Van Someren, Tom
This was a beautiful trip on the Finley with the water levels nearly perfect. We got a late start due to previous obligations (about 1430 hours) and got off the river around 1930 hours. We had two canoes and kayaks. This was Adalia's first solo trip in a kayak. Elseya was in my kayak for most of the trip. Hannah turned out to be very good and independent in a kayak. Julian, of course, was an old pro. Due to the holiday weekend, we did see a few other people on the river but it wasn't bad. Day bought Keystone Light for Darrell McHaffie at the put-in and Tom delivered some gift cards to Ed Underwood at the takeout spot.This was a beautiful trip on the Finley with the water levels nearly perfect. We got a late start due to previous obligations (about 1430 hours) and got off the river around 1930 hours. We had two canoes and kayaks. This was Adalia's first solo trip in a kayak. Elseya was in my kayak for most of the trip. Hannah turned out to be very good and independent in a kayak. Julian, of course, was an old pro. Due to the holiday weekend, we did see a few other people on the river but it wasn't bad. Day bought Keystone Light for Darrell McHaffie at the put-in and Tom delivered some gift cards to Ed Underwood at the takeout spot. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 373
Height: 2.10
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 373<br />Height: 2.10
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-10-26 MO Finley River Lindenlure Riverside Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Poor NoneNone Coffman, Rick
Hesington, Craig
Van Someren, Tom
Coffman, Rick; Hesington, Craig; Van Someren, Tom
First time in nearly five years to float this section of the Finley. Weirdly, the trip started off with my boat seemingly taking on an inch and a half of water in the first tenth of a mile. Thinking I had worn through the hull Rick walked back to his truck to retrieve some duct tape. Dumping out the water and inspecting the boat for cracks, I couldn't find any. Returning back to the float Rick was now missing his paddle. WTF! Mystified by all this, we did find it just downstream. What an idiotic start! There are two areas where trees are crossing the river and obstruct the floatable path. The portage around them, (or through them) isn't particularly treacherous, but any babies tagging along might find them aggravating, if not difficult. I'd say the river at this level is at the low end of "Good"; still easily navigable, but one will get stuck on a low-water gravel area if they're not paying attention.First time in nearly five years to float this section of the Finley. Weirdly, the trip started off with my boat seemingly taking on an inch and a half of water in the first tenth of a mile. Thinking I had worn through the hull Rick walked back to his truck to retrieve some duct tape. Dumping out the water and inspecting the boat for cracks, I couldn't find any. Returning back to the float Rick was now missing his paddle. WTF! Mystified by all this, we did find it just downstream. What an idiotic start!

There are two areas where trees are crossing the river and obstruct the floatable path. The portage around them, (or through them) isn't particularly treacherous, but any babies tagging along might find them aggravating, if not difficult.

I'd say the river at this level is at the low end of USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 177
Height: 1.51
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 177<br />Height: 1.51
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2021-11-11 MO Finley River Lindenlure Riverside Total trip distance: 4.6 miles4.6 Low Great LMB
RB
SMB
LMB, RB, SMB
Barton, AdamBarton, Adam A beautiful late autumn day full of portages around log jams and walking through the riffles. One significant portage of about 300 yards was required due to a large tree across the stream. The detour takes you away from the creek and you have to bushwack back to the gravel bar. The fishing was good though, with smallmouth feeding deep and largemouth cruising the backwater areas.A beautiful late autumn day full of portages around log jams and walking through the riffles. One significant portage of about 300 yards was required due to a large tree across the stream. The detour takes you away from the creek and you have to bushwack back to the gravel bar. The fishing was good though, with smallmouth feeding deep and largemouth cruising the backwater areas. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 72
Height: 1.01
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 72<br />Height: 1.01
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-03-17 MO Finley River Lindenlure Ozark Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Chalumba, Claude
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Jones, Marianne
Jordan, Kelsie
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Chalumba, Claude; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Jones, Marianne; Jordan, Kelsie; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This was nearly perfect weather for a March float trip. The wind was modest and from the south but it didn't cause too many problems. The water level was not ideal and could have used a little more flow but this section was well within the "Good" range.This was nearly perfect weather for a March float trip. The wind was modest and from the south but it didn't cause too many problems. The water level was not ideal and could have used a little more flow but this section was well within the USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 207
Height: 1.64
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 207<br />Height: 1.64
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-03-20 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair SMBSMB Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom The water was up from a recent rain, the weather was perfect for mid-March (sunny and 74), so I had Cynthia drop me off after leaving my car at the take-out (since all my float friends were laming out on me). The river was flowing great with no obstructions. Only a couple spots required some technical skill to work my way through them. Caught three nice sized smallies as I gently floated along with the Sun warm on my skin. Perfect conditions.The water was up from a recent rain, the weather was perfect for mid-March (sunny and 74), so I had Cynthia drop me off after leaving my car at the take-out (since all my float friends were laming out on me). The river was flowing great with no obstructions. Only a couple spots required some technical skill to work my way through them. Caught three nice sized smallies as I gently floated along with the Sun warm on my skin. Perfect conditions. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 559
Height: 2.56
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 559<br />Height: 2.56
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2022-05-10 MO Finley River Lindenlure Riverside Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Poor NoneNone Romano, David
Schmidt, John
Schmidt, Matt
Van Someren, Tom
Romano, David; Schmidt, John; Schmidt, Matt; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was excellent. This is the highest CFS I've done on the Finley and we had absolutely no problem navigating the strong and steady current the entire distance. We probably should raise our "High" water level rating to 1200cfs, as I think another 200cfs would still be safe to enjoy. There's one set of downed trees 1 mile down from Linden that mostly obstructs the path of the river. Removing a few of the limbs with a chainsaw would be easy, letting the next major flood further clear the path.The water level was excellent. This is the highest CFS I've done on the Finley and we had absolutely no problem navigating the strong and steady current the entire distance. We probably should raise our USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 1010
Height: 3.39
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 1010<br />Height: 3.39
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2022-05-12 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Poor NoneNone Copeland, Bryan
Jones, Marianne
Schmidt, John
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Copeland, Bryan; Jones, Marianne; Schmidt, John; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
An utterly beautiful day to float. Sunny 90° air temperature all day with the water flowing nicely the whole way. No obstructions blocked our way throughout.An utterly beautiful day to float. Sunny 90° air temperature all day with the water flowing nicely the whole way. No obstructions blocked our way throughout. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 683
Height: 2.82
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 683<br />Height: 2.82
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2022-06-09 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Fair BLG
GSF
SMB
BLG, GSF, SMB
Coffman, Rick
Van Someren, Tom
Coffman, Rick; Van Someren, Tom
Perfect gorgeous day to float. I was expecting the water level to be marginal, but it actually was good (though on the low side of good). Still, we only scrapped across a few low water gravel spots where I was expecting there would be a lot more occurrences. This was Rick's very first time to float this section of the Finley. He caught several very nice sized smallies using his fly fishing rig.Perfect gorgeous day to float. I was expecting the water level to be marginal, but it actually was good (though on the low side of good). Still, we only scrapped across a few low water gravel spots where I was expecting there would be a lot more occurrences. This was Rick's very first time to float this section of the Finley. He caught several very nice sized smallies using his fly fishing rig. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 172
Height: 1.59
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 172<br />Height: 1.59
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2022-08-07 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Poor None NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Copeland, Bryan
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Taylor, Chris
Underwood, Katie
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Blaisdell, Beth; Copeland, Bryan; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Taylor, Chris; Underwood, Katie; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Andrea wanted to get on the river for the afternoon and this was our best option to avoid the crowds. Maybe 1/3 to a 1/4 of this stretch had to be hiked upstream with our kayaks in tow. It wasn't too bad but more than some expected. Once we got to the gravel bar, the day was excellent. Unfortunately, the swimming hole at this bend is starting to fill in with gravel. It's like to be full in a year or two or maybe after the next big flood. We had rivercado, guacamole, deer sausage, cheese, crackers, grapes, various chips, Cynthia's homemade cookies, beer, and whiskey shots.Andrea wanted to get on the river for the afternoon and this was our best option to avoid the crowds. Maybe 1/3 to a 1/4 of this stretch had to be hiked upstream with our kayaks in tow. It wasn't too bad but more than some expected. Once we got to the gravel bar, the day was excellent. Unfortunately, the swimming hole at this bend is starting to fill in with gravel. It's like to be full in a year or two or maybe after the next big flood. We had rivercado, guacamole, deer sausage, cheese, crackers, grapes, various chips, Cynthia's homemade cookies, beer, and whiskey shots. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 59
Height: 1.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 59<br />Height: 1.06
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-10-29 MO Finley River Lindenlure Riverside Total trip distance: 4.6 miles4.6 Low Fair RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Greenstreet, Michael
A beautiful fall day to spend on the river. Weather was cloudy with little to no wind and a high temperature of around 60 degrees. Fishing was slow and the river was ultra clear with a layer of leaves on the bottom making finesse patterns difficult to deploy. Nevertheless, we had a great time and saw numerous wildlife, including bald eagles, turkey, and deer. We saw one 10-point buck bedded down below Green Bridge and spooked him as we floated by.A beautiful fall day to spend on the river. Weather was cloudy with little to no wind and a high temperature of around 60 degrees. Fishing was slow and the river was ultra clear with a layer of leaves on the bottom making finesse patterns difficult to deploy. Nevertheless, we had a great time and saw numerous wildlife, including bald eagles, turkey, and deer. We saw one 10-point buck bedded down below Green Bridge and spooked him as we floated by. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 88
Height: 1.12
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 88<br />Height: 1.12
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-02-15 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Bergfelt, Matt
Medearis, Rusty
Medearis, Zach
Van Someren, Tom
Bergfelt, Matt; Medearis, Rusty; Medearis, Zach; Van Someren, Tom
A warm near 70o February day on the upper Finley. The water level was flowing WAY better than the stated 402 CFS was showing at the Riverdale gauge. It was curious if the water we were experiencing just hadn't fully reached the gauge yet since, from previous floats, it felt more like a 500-600 CFS current flowing. No major obstructions were noted anywhere along this stretch of the stream.A warm near 70o February day on the upper Finley. The water level was flowing WAY better than the stated 402 CFS was showing at the Riverdale gauge. It was curious if the water we were experiencing just hadn't fully reached the gauge yet since, from previous floats, it felt more like a 500-600 CFS current flowing. No major obstructions were noted anywhere along this stretch of the stream. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 411
Height: 2.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 411<br />Height: 2.29
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2023-02-20 MO Finley River Lindenlure Ozark Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone UnknownUnknown There is a log jam that requires portage right before the old Riverside Inn Bridge. Stay right, and portage on gravel. The water has come down from the last large rain, making the water an easy float but watch for debris.There is a log jam that requires portage right before the old Riverside Inn Bridge. Stay right, and portage on gravel. The water has come down from the last large rain, making the water an easy float but watch for debris. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 437
Height: 2.35
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 437<br />Height: 2.35
Source: SmithSource: Smith
Click for details2023-07-16 MO Finley River Reed Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Poor Poor SMBSMB Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Spent a perfect afternoon one mile upstream from Reed Road on my favorite private gravel bar / swimming / fishing hole (that is slowly filling in with gravel and will probably be gone by next year). Brought and tested out a new portable beach umbrella for easy shade. It works great!Spent a perfect afternoon one mile upstream from Reed Road on my favorite private gravel bar / swimming / fishing hole (that is slowly filling in with gravel and will probably be gone by next year). Brought and tested out a new portable beach umbrella for easy shade. It works great! USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 79
Height: 1.07
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 79<br />Height: 1.07
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2024-05-19 MO Finley River Johns Ford Road Reed Road Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Bernskoetter, Alli
Blaisdell, Beth
Copeland, Bryan
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Jones, Marianne
Taylor, Chris
Taylor, Katie
Thompson, Denise
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bernskoetter, Alli; Blaisdell, Beth; Copeland, Bryan; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Jones, Marianne; Taylor, Chris; Taylor, Katie; Thompson, Denise; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The water level on this day was perfect with nearly constant flowing water, several haystack riffles, and perfect clarity. There were several difficult areas that turned out to be fairly technical. I was informed that this was not an easy river (like the others) and it wasn't as much fun as a "leisurely" float. We stopped and had two lunches, including chips, cookies, deer sausage, cheese sticks, potato salad, and, of course, rivercado. The obligatory selfie suffered from poor lighting, inadequate equipment, and uncooperative subjects.The water level on this day was perfect with nearly constant flowing water, several haystack riffles, and perfect clarity. There were several difficult areas that turned out to be fairly technical. I was informed that this was not an easy river (like the others) and it wasn't as much fun as a USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 642
Height: 2.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 642<br />Height: 2.65
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-06-27 MO Finley River Lindenlure Riverside Total trip distance: 4.6 miles4.6 Good None NoneNone Aker, Christine
Aker, Jon
Duggins, Robert
Romano, Ben
Romaon, David
Van Someren, Tom
Aker, Christine; Aker, Jon; Duggins, Robert; Romano, Ben; Romaon, David; Van Someren, Tom
This was a float trip to mainly clean up some strainers and potentially dangerous spots along this section of the river. We cleared navigable paths through about 5-6 areas that could cause problems to careless or inexperienced paddlers. The water level was slightly low in a few areas but still workable for an enjoyable day on the river.This was a float trip to mainly clean up some strainers and potentially dangerous spots along this section of the river. We cleared navigable paths through about 5-6 areas that could cause problems to careless or inexperienced paddlers. The water level was slightly low in a few areas but still workable for an enjoyable day on the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 167
Height: 1.59
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 167<br />Height: 1.59
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2024-06-29 MO Finley River Lindenlure Ozark Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Low None Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Evans, Adam
Mohr, Kelly
Romano, Ben
Romano, David
Romano, Hannah
Romano, Lucy
Sherman, Bev
Sherman, Paul
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Evans, Adam; Mohr, Kelly; Romano, Ben; Romano, David; Romano, Hannah; Romano, Lucy; Sherman, Bev; Sherman, Paul; Van Someren, Tom
This trip was a celebration of the legal victory that kept the Canyon Road access at Linden on the Finley River open to the public. The water was on the "good" end of "low" (or the "low" end of "good"). Several of the riffles were draggy, some portages were required, and the current was very slow. Tom and I discussed this and rated it as a "low" for these purposes. Since we started around 1430 hours (and off around 1900 hours), there was no organized lunch. Everyone shared some food, however, The weather didn't turn out as hot as predicted and the water itself was cool and refreshing.This trip was a celebration of the legal victory that kept the Canyon Road access at Linden on the Finley River open to the public. The water was on the USGS Gauge Data:
Riverdale (07052345)
Discharge: 118
Height: 1.38
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Riverdale (07052345)<br />Discharge: 118<br />Height: 1.38
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-07-07 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 152
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 152<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2008-08-16 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 237
Height: 5.11
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 237<br />Height: 5.11
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2010-05-29 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Dry Creek Total trip distance: 10.0 miles10.0 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Eth, Joe
Morrison, Clay
Morrison, Pam
Van Someren, Tom
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Eth, Joe; Morrison, Clay; Morrison, Pam; Van Someren, Tom
The last couple of miles were in the still water of Table Rock Lake.The last couple of miles were in the still water of Table Rock Lake. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 272
Height: 4.73
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 272<br />Height: 4.73
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2011-06-04 MO Flat Creek Jenkins Rt EE Total trip distance: 11.8 miles11.8 Good None NoneNone Dawes, Katie
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Morrison, Pam
Turek, Stephanie
Turk, Scott
Van Someren Tom
Dawes, Katie; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Morrison, Pam; Turek, Stephanie; Turk, Scott; Van Someren Tom
Hot. Water level was good.Hot. Water level was good. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 290
Height: 4.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 290<br />Height: 4.78
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2013-07-27 MO Flat Creek Stubblefield Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 19.3 miles19.3 High None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Arnold, Al; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe
We ran into a couple of obstacles that would have been very challenging in a canoe (one was probably impossible). Other than that, the river was at a very good level. Travelled 19 miles in 7 hours, including several brief stops.We ran into a couple of obstacles that would have been very challenging in a canoe (one was probably impossible). Other than that, the river was at a very good level. Travelled 19 miles in 7 hours, including several brief stops. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 939
Height: 6.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 939<br />Height: 6.62
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-05-25 MO Flat Creek Jenkins Rt EE Total trip distance: 11.8 miles11.8 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Van Someren, Tom
The river was high with a couple of downed trees that were problematic.The river was high with a couple of downed trees that were problematic. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 1440
Height: 7.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 1440<br />Height: 7.29
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-03 MO Flat Creek Jenkins Rt EE Total trip distance: 11.8 miles11.8 Good None NoneNone Bortosky, Rachel
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
Bortosky, Rachel; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya
Several trees and root wads were disrupted from recent floods. Several places were pretty tricky with the stronger current going directly through trees and into obstacles.Several trees and root wads were disrupted from recent floods. Several places were pretty tricky with the stronger current going directly through trees and into obstacles. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 344
Height: 4.72
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 344<br />Height: 4.72
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-08-09 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Good LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Bramow, Maxi
Casey, Libra
Dickens, Kristen
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Lowery, Marc
Moler, Leta
Van Someren, Tom
Bramow, Maxi; Casey, Libra; Dickens, Kristen; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Lowery, Marc; Moler, Leta; Van Someren, Tom
Almost everyone was able to get through all the riffles without getting out of their boats, but several places were too shallow to float without dragging at least some. A lot of debris was in the river from recent floods. This is definitely at the low end of what could be considered a comfortable floating level.Almost everyone was able to get through all the riffles without getting out of their boats, but several places were too shallow to float without dragging at least some. A lot of debris was in the river from recent floods. This is definitely at the low end of what could be considered a comfortable floating level. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 152
Height: 4.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 152<br />Height: 4.06
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-11-25 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Eth, Joe
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Eth, Joe; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 213
Height: 4.21
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 213<br />Height: 4.21
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-05-28 MO Flat Creek Jenkins Rt EE Total trip distance: 11.8 miles11.8 Good Poor NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Casey, Libra
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Whisenant, Brenda
Whisenant, Don
Amburn, Andrea; Casey, Libra; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom; Whisenant, Brenda; Whisenant, Don
The current was slow and the trip took the entire day (8+ hours). Had to portage around downed trees once and scraped and dragged through gravel in several places.The current was slow and the trip took the entire day (8+ hours). Had to portage around downed trees once and scraped and dragged through gravel in several places. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 135
Height: 4.80
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 135<br />Height: 4.80
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-05-13 MO Flat Creek Jenkins Rt EE Total trip distance: 11.8 miles11.8 Good Fair BLG
LMB
BLG, LMB
Dudenhoeffer, Dean
Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Martin, Galen
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Hannah
Williams, Sarah
Williams, Tom
Dudenhoeffer, Dean; Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Martin, Galen; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Hannah; Williams, Sarah; Williams, Tom
With the recent heavy rains SW MO had been receiving the water level was excellent. However, as expected, the flooding that resulted from all the rain created new river snarls that presented challenges to the inexperienced kayaker/canoeist. Right off the bat a poor decision to NOT take the left channel over the right managed to dump Sarah, hubby, HB and TVS trying to assist them (RRRRRR!). I lost my fishing rod, tackle, reading glasses and jerky. Fingers won't be pointed, but I knew this was the wrong choice to take. We got on the river just before 11:00 AM and reached the take-out point around 4:30 PM.With the recent heavy rains SW MO had been receiving the water level was excellent. However, as expected, the flooding that resulted from all the rain created new river snarls that presented challenges to the inexperienced kayaker/canoeist. Right off the bat a poor decision to NOT take the left channel over the right managed to dump Sarah, hubby, HB and TVS trying to assist them (RRRRRR!). I lost my fishing rod, tackle, reading glasses and jerky. Fingers won't be pointed, but I knew this was the wrong choice to take. We got on the river just before 11:00 AM and reached the take-out point around 4:30 PM. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 580
Height: 5.50
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 580<br />Height: 5.50
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-06-24 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Fair BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Acharya, Holly
Acharya, Sreekanth
Arnold, Al
Arnold, Sharmane
Davis, Reva
Eth, Joe
Cline, Bradley
Cline, Jacob
Cline, Jamie
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Holly; Acharya, Sreekanth; Arnold, Al; Arnold, Sharmane; Davis, Reva; Eth, Joe; Cline, Bradley; Cline, Jacob; Cline, Jamie; Van Someren, Tom
Weather was perfect, water level was excellent. Only a couple of downed trees were blocking the river where newbies felt the need to portage around them. Got on the river at 10:45 and exited around 16:30.Weather was perfect, water level was excellent. Only a couple of downed trees were blocking the river where newbies felt the need to portage around them. Got on the river at 10:45 and exited around 16:30. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 269
Height: 4.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 269<br />Height: 4.63
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-06-22 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Good RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
The water level for this stretch was perfect. The water was nearly crystal clear but it flowed continuously from the time we put in. In fact, we had trouble finding a gravel bar where we could swim comfortably. Julian paddled his own kayak for this entire stretch. A couple of areas were a little sketchy for him since he was new but there were no problems.The water level for this stretch was perfect. The water was nearly crystal clear but it flowed continuously from the time we put in. In fact, we had trouble finding a gravel bar where we could swim comfortably. Julian paddled his own kayak for this entire stretch. A couple of areas were a little sketchy for him since he was new but there were no problems. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 449
Height: 4.68
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 449<br />Height: 4.68
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-07-06 MO Flat Creek Stubblefield MO 39 Total trip distance: 7.6 miles7.6 Good Good GSF
LSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, SMB
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Coppinger-Travers, Kathy
Dudenhoeffer, Diana
Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Travers, Gina
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Coppinger-Travers, Kathy; Dudenhoeffer, Diana; Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Travers, Gina; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
This was a technical section of Flat Creek, much more so than we expected. Several downed trees and some tricky log and brush traps were present, some of which took down some boats. The water level was very good with just a few places being too shallow to float successfully (and most of those were because of the aforementioned obstacles forcing us to choose less than optimal pathways for the water level). This was Kathy's first river trip (although she'd been in a kayak before) and Julian's third solo kayak trip. Both performed admirably despite the technical difficulties.This was a technical section of Flat Creek, much more so than we expected. Several downed trees and some tricky log and brush traps were present, some of which took down some boats. The water level was very good with just a few places being too shallow to float successfully (and most of those were because of the aforementioned obstacles forcing us to choose less than optimal pathways for the water level). This was Kathy's first river trip (although she'd been in a kayak before) and Julian's third solo kayak trip. Both performed admirably despite the technical difficulties. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 355
Height: 4.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 355<br />Height: 4.44
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-10-27 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor NoneNone Acharya, Sree
Arnold, Al
Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Haun, Korey
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Sree; Arnold, Al; Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Haun, Korey; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Tom
The day started out chilly and foggy but quickly warmed into the 60s and perhaps low 70s. The wind was mostly low and the water was crystal clear and at a nearly perfect level.The day started out chilly and foggy but quickly warmed into the 60s and perhaps low 70s. The wind was mostly low and the water was crystal clear and at a nearly perfect level. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 292
Height: 4.26
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 292<br />Height: 4.26
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-04-08 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor SMBSMB Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Gaunt, Jay
Haun, Korey
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Gaunt, Jay; Haun, Korey; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The water was high and flowing well but still mostly clear. There were no serious obstacles on this stretch. Several other groups were seen on the river this day, some of whom were in their own floating parties. We started around 1300 hours and were off the river by 1730 despite a few fairly lengthy breaks.The water was high and flowing well but still mostly clear. There were no serious obstacles on this stretch. Several other groups were seen on the river this day, some of whom were in their own floating parties. We started around 1300 hours and were off the river by 1730 despite a few fairly lengthy breaks. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 650
Height: 5.21
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 650<br />Height: 5.21
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-06-12 MO Flat Creek MO 39 Rt EE Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Feistner, John
Feistner, Sharon
Osborn, Clan
Feistner, John; Feistner, Sharon; Osborn, Clan
Water was excellent for floating. Very clear. Took us about 4.5 hours with a stop for lunch and a couple of other stops. A few down trees where care was needed. Lower water would cause some issues with wide, shallow areas. Several people fishing and catching some smallmouth.Water was excellent for floating. Very clear. Took us about 4.5 hours with a stop for lunch and a couple of other stops. A few down trees where care was needed. Lower water would cause some issues with wide, shallow areas. Several people fishing and catching some smallmouth. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 314
Height: 4.42
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 314<br />Height: 4.42
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2020-06-14 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor NoneNone Barrow, Kim
Bergfeld, Matt
Monroe, Jason
Van Someren, Bre
Van Someren, Luke
Van Someren, Tom
Barrow, Kim; Bergfeld, Matt; Monroe, Jason; Van Someren, Bre; Van Someren, Luke; Van Someren, Tom
The weather was perfect and the water level was excellent. Remarkably for such gorgeous conditions, we only saw a total of 5 other folks enjoying this stretch of the river. This was the first float trip I managed to get Luke to be included in. Other than Bre's first float last week, everyone else attending were near newbies to kayaking or river navigation. So it was interesting and a bit unsettling to say the least. LOLThe weather was perfect and the water level was excellent. Remarkably for such gorgeous conditions, we only saw a total of 5 other folks enjoying this stretch of the river. This was the first float trip I managed to get Luke to be included in. Other than Bre's first float last week, everyone else attending were near newbies to kayaking or river navigation. So it was interesting and a bit unsettling to say the least. LOL USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 284
Height: 4.36
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 284<br />Height: 4.36
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-08-14 MO Flat Creek Flat Creek Road Dry Creek Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Low Good GSF
SMB
GSF, SMB
Goff, Courtney
Goff, Michelle
Goff, Courtney; Goff, Michelle
Total river blockage. Tree down blocking full width of river about halfway through float length.Total river blockage. Tree down blocking full width of river about halfway through float length. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 73
Height: 3.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 73<br />Height: 3.60
Source: GoffSource: Goff
Click for details2020-09-05 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Low Good SMBSMB Back, Dustin
Barton, Brooke
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Back, Dustin; Barton, Brooke; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
River was low and hard to go through any shallow riffles. Smallmouth were caught near root wads on small jigs and Ned rigs in the current. Nobody else on the river though on Labor Day weekend was a plus.River was low and hard to go through any shallow riffles. Smallmouth were caught near root wads on small jigs and Ned rigs in the current. Nobody else on the river though on Labor Day weekend was a plus. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 52
Height: 3.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 52<br />Height: 3.44
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-06-05 MO Flat Creek Stubblefield Rt EE Total trip distance: 14.0 miles14.0 High None NoneNone Eakins, Danielle
Eth, Joe
Haun, Korey
Van Someren, Tom
Wilson, Ryan
Eakins, Danielle; Eth, Joe; Haun, Korey; Van Someren, Tom; Wilson, Ryan
The water was flowing along quickly, but not dangerously so. Care had to be taken, though, around one downed tree across the river. And two other partially submerged logs managed to tip a member of our crew twice (I think). I'd consider this water level near the top of our personal "High" level mark.The water was flowing along quickly, but not dangerously so. Care had to be taken, though, around one downed tree across the river. And two other partially submerged logs managed to tip a member of our crew twice (I think). I'd consider this water level near the top of our personal USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 819
Height: 5.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 819<br />Height: 5.90
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2022-06-11 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Jones, Marianne
Pilipili, Olivier
Van Someren, Tom
Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Jones, Marianne; Pilipili, Olivier; Van Someren, Tom
Although we were concerned the water level was too low for a comfortable float, it was actually pretty close to perfect. A few struggled with shallow riffles but those could mostly be avoided. The water was moving just fine and we could have easily finished the trip in 3 hours or less except for the frequent and lengthy stops we made. This was Beth's first trip kayaking with us and Olivier's first river trip ever.Although we were concerned the water level was too low for a comfortable float, it was actually pretty close to perfect. A few struggled with shallow riffles but those could mostly be avoided. The water was moving just fine and we could have easily finished the trip in 3 hours or less except for the frequent and lengthy stops we made. This was Beth's first trip kayaking with us and Olivier's first river trip ever. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 284
Height: 4.64
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 284<br />Height: 4.64
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-09-04 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Fair LMB
SMB
LMB, SMB
H, Kenzie, Ashley, Ryan, J.G., MonaH, Kenzie, Ashley, Ryan, J.G., Mona Very good water level. Additional trees down in the water. Very enjoyable mid 80's float. Fewer canoeist and yaks than anticipated for Sunday Labor Day weekend float.Very good water level. Additional trees down in the water. Very enjoyable mid 80's float. Fewer canoeist and yaks than anticipated for Sunday Labor Day weekend float. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 305
Height: 4.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 305<br />Height: 4.63
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2023-04-14 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Eth, Joe
Arnold, Al; Eth, Joe
We dragged a few times but the water was crystal clear. We saw more fish on this trip than ever before on any river.We dragged a few times but the water was crystal clear. We saw more fish on this trip than ever before on any river. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 249
Height: 4.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 249<br />Height: 4.60
Source: ArnoldSource: Arnold
Click for details2023-05-21 MO Flat Creek MO 39 Rt EE Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Great RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Law, Kyle
Barton, Adam; Law, Kyle
Beautiful May afternoon on the river. We launched at 1300 and were off by 1900. Caught many smallmouth and a few Ozark bass along the way. Kyle caught his first ever smallie and I think he is already addicted to bronzebacks.Beautiful May afternoon on the river. We launched at 1300 and were off by 1900. Caught many smallmouth and a few Ozark bass along the way. Kyle caught his first ever smallie and I think he is already addicted to bronzebacks. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 266
Height: 4.66
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 266<br />Height: 4.66
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-06-11 MO Flat Creek MO 39 Rt EE Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Low Great GSF
RB
SMB
GSF, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Greenstreet, Michael
A muggy summer day on the river. We were on by 1345 and the fishing was great for the first couple hours until the rain rolled in. Caught lots of smallies and rock bass on finesse techniques and even caught some on topwater later in the evening. Off by 1930.A muggy summer day on the river. We were on by 1345 and the fishing was great for the first couple hours until the rain rolled in. Caught lots of smallies and rock bass on finesse techniques and even caught some on topwater later in the evening. Off by 1930. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 94
Height: 3.89
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 94<br />Height: 3.89
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-08-19 MO Flat Creek Rt EE Flat Creek Road Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
This was a last-minute trip to catch the last of the water from the storms earlier in the week. The water level was perfect, with almost no dragging and just one portage through a downed tree. The water clarity was as good as we've seen and the current was swift in many places. Lunch was mango and avocado salsa, BLTs with Pike County homegrown tomatoes, and pasta salad. Chips and cookies were around for later snacks, too. Although many vehicles were parked at the put-in and takeout but not many were actually on the river that we saw. We started at 1120 hours and stopped at 1740 hours with several stops, at least two close to an hour or more.This was a last-minute trip to catch the last of the water from the storms earlier in the week. The water level was perfect, with almost no dragging and just one portage through a downed tree. The water clarity was as good as we've seen and the current was swift in many places. Lunch was mango and avocado salsa, BLTs with Pike County homegrown tomatoes, and pasta salad. Chips and cookies were around for later snacks, too. Although many vehicles were parked at the put-in and takeout but not many were actually on the river that we saw. We started at 1120 hours and stopped at 1740 hours with several stops, at least two close to an hour or more. USGS Gauge Data:
Jenkins (07052820)
Discharge: 201
Height: 4.42
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jenkins (07052820)<br />Discharge: 201<br />Height: 4.42
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-06-15 MO Flint Hill Branch Little Sac River Little Sac River Total trip distance: 13.6 miles0.2 Low None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
We paddled up this spring branch as far as we could and turned around.We paddled up this spring branch as far as we could and turned around. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2006-08-20 MO Gasconade River Schlicht Spring MO 17 Total trip distance: 10.2 miles10.2 Poor None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Ince, Brianne
Edmond, Brian; Ince, Brianne
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 53
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 53<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2010-06-12 MO Gasconade River Osage Fork Hazelgreen Total trip distance: 5.3 miles0.8 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 616
Height: 2.48
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 616<br />Height: 2.48
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2010-08-14 MO Gasconade River Gasconade Hills Resort Hazelgreen Total trip distance: 4.3 miles4.3 Good Good SMB
RB
GSF
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, GSF, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Tina
Wann, Denny
Wann, Mom
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Tina; Wann, Denny; Wann, Mom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 143
Height: 1.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 143<br />Height: 1.23
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-07-02 MO Gasconade River Osage Fork Hazelgreen Total trip distance: 14.5 miles0.8 Good Great SMB
RB
GSF
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, GSF, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 296
Height: 1.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 296<br />Height: 1.77
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-07-03 MO Gasconade River Hazelgreen MO 133 Total trip distance: 14.5 miles9.2 Good Fair SMB
RB
GSF
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, GSF, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Tina
Wann, Denny
Wann, Mom
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Tina; Wann, Denny; Wann, Mom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 282
Height: 1.72
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 282<br />Height: 1.72
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-07-10 MO Gasconade River Little Piney Creek Jerome Total trip distance: 6.0 miles1.2 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Jerome (06933500)
Discharge: 1040
Height: 2.27
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jerome (06933500)<br />Discharge: 1040<br />Height: 2.27
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2011-08-13 MO Gasconade River MO 28 Jerome Total trip distance: 10.8 miles10.8 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian
The river was slow in most places but high enough to float due to its large size. Boiling Springs was impressive.The river was slow in most places but high enough to float due to its large size. Boiling Springs was impressive. USGS Gauge Data:
Jerome (06933500)
Discharge: 1660
Height: 2.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jerome (06933500)<br />Discharge: 1660<br />Height: 2.91
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-08-18 MO Gasconade River Jerome Whitehouse Ford Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
The river was low and slow, but we were down far enough that we easily floated through the riffles without dragging. Even with slow water, ample stops, and a backwater excursion, we made the short trip in about four hours.The river was low and slow, but we were down far enough that we easily floated through the riffles without dragging.  Even with slow water, ample stops, and a backwater excursion, we made the short trip in about four hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Jerome (06933500)
Discharge: 475
Height: 1.36
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Jerome (06933500)<br />Discharge: 475<br />Height: 1.36
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-10-23 MO Gasconade River Osage Fork Hazelgreen Total trip distance: 5.3 miles0.8 High Poor NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
The river was flowing and the water was murky. There were no obstacles in this short distance and canoe travel was fine. The level was high due to the massive rainfall event over the area last week (Wed night and Thu). I believe a long float just on the Gasconade could have been attempted at this level.The river was flowing and the water was murky. There were no obstacles in this short distance and canoe travel was fine. The level was high due to the massive rainfall event over the area last week (Wed night and Thu). I believe a long float just on the Gasconade could have been attempted at this level. USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 1090
Height: 3.16
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 1090<br />Height: 3.16
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-09-15 MO Gasconade River Cave Lodge Ruby's Landing Total trip distance: 5.1 miles5.1 Good Poor SMBSMB Edmond, BrianEdmond, Brian The Gasconade was falling from a recent moderate flooding event. The water was still pretty murky. The flow was moderate with many slow, still pools. The riffles were fine but rare. This part of the river was nice enough but not very scenic. I rode an old prisoner bus from Ruby's Landing to the put-in just upstream of Schlict Spring.The Gasconade was falling from a recent moderate flooding event. The water was still pretty murky. The flow was moderate with many slow, still pools. The riffles were fine but rare. This part of the river was nice enough but not very scenic. I rode an old prisoner bus from Ruby's Landing to the put-in just upstream of Schlict Spring. USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 443
Height: 1.88
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 443<br />Height: 1.88
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-05-27 MO Gasconade River Buzzard Bluff Wilbur Allen Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 Good Great GSF
RB
SMB
GSF, RB, SMB
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Larsen, Lisa
Travers, Gina
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Larsen, Lisa; Travers, Gina; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Although this was on the upper Gasconade, the river was already very large here. The first half of the trip consisted of some very large, slow pools punctuated with some good runs. The latter part of this trip was faster. After our lunch stop, we did find the perfect shady spot for a "rivercado" snack.Although this was on the upper Gasconade, the river was already very large here. The first half of the trip consisted of some very large, slow pools punctuated with some good runs. The latter part of this trip was faster. After our lunch stop, we did find the perfect shady spot for a USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 2840
Height: 5.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 2840<br />Height: 5.44
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-04-23 MO Gasconade River Buzzard Bluff Wilbur Allen Total trip distance: 7.2 miles7.2 High Fair GSF
LSF
RB
GSF, LSF, RB
Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott
Windy conditions (gusts over 40 mph) and the river being high made fishing conditions tough all day long. The hardest part was trying to keep the kayaks in place to make the proper casts. All the fish caught were in areas out of the wind and in slow current. Our target was smallmouth, but maybe the spawn is going on right now. Water temp was 64 degrees. There are a few tricky riffles through this section at this water level. A tree had recently fallen across near the take out and resulted in a minor portage. Most notably though, we saw hundreds of turtles along the way. One softshell turtle I saw had to be about the size of a manhole cover! Two bald eagles nest were spotted in large sycamores closed to Manes and we could see the males searching for additional food overhead.Windy conditions (gusts over 40 mph) and the river being high made fishing conditions tough all day long. The hardest part was trying to keep the kayaks in place to make the proper casts. All the fish caught were in areas out of the wind and in slow current. Our target was smallmouth, but maybe the spawn is going on right now. Water temp was 64 degrees. There are a few tricky riffles through this section at this water level. A tree had recently fallen across near the take out and resulted in a minor portage. Most notably though, we saw hundreds of turtles along the way. One softshell turtle I saw had to be about the size of a manhole cover! Two bald eagles nest were spotted in large sycamores closed to Manes and we could see the males searching for additional food overhead. USGS Gauge Data:
Hazelgreen (06928000)
Discharge: 3350
Height: 5.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Hazelgreen (06928000)<br />Discharge: 3350<br />Height: 5.78
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2009-05-30 OK Glover River Road D185 Jones River Ranch Road Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Fair GSF
LSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Ligon, Day
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Ligon, Day
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Glover (07337900)
Discharge: 100
Height: 3.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Glover (07337900)<br />Discharge: 100<br />Height: 3.62
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-08-25 MO Huzzah Creek Scotia Meramec River Total trip distance: 3.8 miles1.3 Low None NoneNone Alderson, Daniel
Caldwell, Justin
Edmond, Brian
Filson, Nathan
Ince, Seth
Luebrecht, Michael
Luebrecht, Ryan
Scherder, Travis
Smith, Andy
Alderson, Daniel; Caldwell, Justin; Edmond, Brian; Filson, Nathan; Ince, Seth; Luebrecht, Michael; Luebrecht, Ryan; Scherder, Travis; Smith, Andy
The Bull Float Trip. The river was packed with people, with boats literally touching for much of the trip.The Bull Float Trip.  The river was packed with people, with boats literally touching for much of the trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Steelville (07014000)
Discharge: 41
Height: 2.08
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Steelville (07014000)<br />Discharge: 41<br />Height: 2.08
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2011-10-30 IL Illinois River Sparrow Hawk 6 Spark Hawk Campground Total trip distance: 6.0 miles6.0 Good Great SMB
KSB
LSF
SMB, KSB, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2011-09-05 MO Indian Creek Anderson Lanagan Total trip distance: 3.8 miles3.8 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
SMB, RB, LSF
East, Mitch
Fillmore, Brian
Leonard, Phil
Ligon, Day
Thompson, Denise
Tucker, Charlie
East, Mitch; Fillmore, Brian; Leonard, Phil; Ligon, Day; Thompson, Denise; Tucker, Charlie
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Lanagan (07188885)
Discharge: 43
Height: 1.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Lanagan (07188885)<br />Discharge: 43<br />Height: 1.22
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details1997-09-07 MO Jacks Fork River Alley Spring Eminence Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Kellie
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Kellie; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 57
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 57<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2004-06-19 MO Jacks Fork River Bay Creek Eminence Total trip distance: 12.1 miles12.1 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Ballard, Kevin
Ballard, Paige
Ballard, Webb
Blackford, Alicia
Blackford, Eric
Brocaille, Justin
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brent
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Seth
Lehenbauer, Brenna
Sutter, Colby
Wilson, Jessica
Ballard, Christina; Ballard, Kevin; Ballard, Paige; Ballard, Webb; Blackford, Alicia; Blackford, Eric; Brocaille, Justin; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brent; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Seth; Lehenbauer, Brenna; Sutter, Colby; Wilson, Jessica
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 154
Height: 2.46
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 154<br />Height: 2.46
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-07-04 MO Jacks Fork River Blue Spring Rymer Total trip distance: 6.6 miles6.6 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 102
Height: 1.73
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 102<br />Height: 1.73
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2008-06-14 MO Jacks Fork River Blue Spring Rymer Total trip distance: 6.6 miles6.6 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 105
Height: 2.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 105<br />Height: 2.06
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-05-26 MO Jacks Fork River Blue Spring Rymer Total trip distance: 6.6 miles6.6 Low Great SMB
RB
LSF
BLG
GSF
SMB, RB, LSF, BLG, GSF
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Tina
Wann, Denny
Wann, Mom
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Tina; Wann, Denny; Wann, Mom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 27
Height: 1.28
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 27<br />Height: 1.28
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-06-22 MO Jacks Fork River Buck Hollow Rymer Total trip distance: 9.4 miles9.4 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom
Camped on Rymer gravel bar the night before. First part of trip was uneventful. Right after Blue Spring, a thunderstorm with lots of lightning and thunder dumped nearly two inches of rain on us. Although this level was considered good, we all agreed that a 3-6" higher water level would have been ideal. Camped on Rymer gravel bar the night before. First part of trip was uneventful. Right after Blue Spring, a thunderstorm with lots of lightning and thunder dumped nearly two inches of rain on us. Although this level was considered good, we all agreed that a 3-6 USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 78
Height: 1.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 78<br />Height: 1.78
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-10-22 MO Jacks Fork River Eminence Shawnee Creek Total trip distance: 8.0 miles4.6 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Allie
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Jenny
Fillmore, Keith
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Allie; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Jenny; Fillmore, Keith; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Eminence (07066000)
Discharge: 241
Height: 2.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eminence (07066000)<br />Discharge: 241<br />Height: 2.23
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-10-23 MO Jacks Fork River Shawnee Creek Two Rivers Total trip distance: 8.0 miles3.4 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Allie
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Jenny
Fillmore, Keith
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Allie; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Jenny; Fillmore, Keith; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Eminence (07066000)
Discharge: 234
Height: 2.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eminence (07066000)<br />Discharge: 234<br />Height: 2.22
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2020-05-31 MO Jacks Fork River Buck Hollow Rymers Total trip distance: 9.4 miles9.4 Good Great RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Barton, Brooke
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Brooke; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
Beautiful day on the river with the family. Caught a ton of rock bass along the boulders and smallmouth in the edges of the current.Beautiful day on the river with the family. Caught a ton of rock bass along the boulders and smallmouth in the edges of the current. USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 253
Height: 2.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 253<br />Height: 2.20
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-06-02 MO Jacks Fork River Prongs VFW Campground (A) Total trip distance: 32.5 miles4.3 Good Fair GSF
SMB
GSF, SMB
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
The water level on this stretch was just barely good enough for a "Good" rating. I wouldn't want to float it any lower. This section of the river wasn't particularly scenic (compared to further downstream). Our time on the river this day was basically a gorgeous evening float. There were several good camping sites before we settled on the gravel bar we finally chose. We also met a fellow wilderness paddler, Earl Lipscomb, who hailed from Carthage but was a Glendale alum just a few years older than Tom. They compared notes and acquaintances. Earl tries to float the Jacks Fork at least once per year and has very detailed notes about camp sites and fishing holes for this river and others. The water level on this stretch was just barely good enough for a USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 183
Height: 1.89
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 183<br />Height: 1.89
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-06-03 MO Jacks Fork River VFW Campground (A) Lost Hollow (B) Total trip distance: 32.5 miles11.2 Good Poor RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was somewhat better. On this stretch and the others, I jumped out several times to save our loaded canoe from certain danger. This is my favorite section of the river. The scenery is fantastic and the river is still small enough to feel like you're enclosed. A few miles before we hit Jam Up Cave, a thunderstorm blew up and rained hard. Tom got a great video of the beginning of this storm. We sought shelter and dried off somewhat in the cave itself. While there, we saw a large group camping on the gravel bar across from the cave. They had several tents and lots of gear. We're calling this the Ron White Expedition. Although there is evidence that Ron White was, in fact, performing this week and not floating and fishing on the Jacks Fork River, we think there was probably a double standing in for him during the shows so the real Ron White could get away. Tom asked if he knew Jeff Foxworthy and he said he did. Who are you going to believe? A published show schedule or a man's self-professed friendship with a famous comedian? The water level was somewhat better. On this stretch and the others, I jumped out several times to save our loaded canoe from certain danger. This is my favorite section of the river. The scenery is fantastic and the river is still small enough to feel like you're enclosed. A few miles before we hit Jam Up Cave, a thunderstorm blew up and rained hard. Tom got a great video of the beginning of this storm. We sought shelter and dried off somewhat in the cave itself. While there, we saw a large group camping on the gravel bar across from the cave. They had several tents and lots of gear. We're calling this the Ron White Expedition. Although there is evidence that Ron White was, in fact, performing this week and not floating and fishing on the Jacks Fork River, we think there was probably a double standing in for him during the shows so the real Ron White could get away. Tom asked if he knew Jeff Foxworthy and he said he did. Who are you going to believe? A published show schedule or a man's self-professed friendship with a famous comedian?
USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 163
Height: 1.79
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 163<br />Height: 1.79
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-06-04 MO Jacks Fork River Lost Hollow (B) Allen Branch (B) Total trip distance: 32.5 miles12.3 Good Poor RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
This day started out with an early morning thunderstorm that finished raining around 0900 hours. We got a late and wet start but managed to push off the gravel bar by 1100 hours. The water flow was very good through this stretch at this level although there were still a few places where we dragged. We ran into Ron White's group at Chalk Bluff today and got further confirmation of a positive identification. We commented on their massive amount of gear and Ron stated that the circus had come to town. He didn't have a drink and cigar but he was headed to a cooler to get one. This day started out with an early morning thunderstorm that finished raining around 0900 hours. We got a late and wet start but managed to push off the gravel bar by 1100 hours. The water flow was very good through this stretch at this level although there were still a few places where we dragged. We ran into Ron White's group at Chalk Bluff today and got further confirmation of a positive identification. We commented on their massive amount of gear and Ron stated that the circus had come to town. He didn't have a drink and cigar but he was headed to a cooler to get one. USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 447
Height: 3.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 447<br />Height: 3.44
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-06-05 MO Jacks Fork River Allen Branch (B) Alley Spring Total trip distance: 32.5 miles4.7 Good Poor RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
We had more rain this morning but it wasn't the deluge we'd had before. We didn't get an early start since we only had a few miles to go. This day was marked by two significant snake sightings. The first was a erythristic common watersnake, which was neat enough. When I posted this on Facebook later, someone else posted the same colored snake from a different observer. It turns out it was the exact same snake, verified because it was basking on the exact same log. Less than a mile away, Stephanie and I were looking at some flowering shrubs halfway up a bluff. We paddled over to get a better look, not paying attention to the rocks below. Without realizing it, I had paddled Stephanie to within a foot of a basking cottonmouth. Had it been inclined, it could have tagged her hand, which was resting on the side of the canoe. Luckily, it was merely annoyed at our presence. The water flow was fine through this section but the river widened and flattened quite a bit as well. We agreed that the section below Bay Creek just wasn't as scenic and desirable as the upper sections of the river.We had more rain this morning but it wasn't the deluge we'd had before. We didn't get an early start since we only had a few miles to go. This day was marked by two significant snake sightings. The first was a erythristic common watersnake, which was neat enough. When I posted this on Facebook later, someone else posted the same colored snake from a different observer. It turns out it was the exact same snake, verified because it was basking on the exact same log. Less than a mile away, Stephanie and I were looking at some flowering shrubs halfway up a bluff. We paddled over to get a better look, not paying attention to the rocks below. Without realizing it, I had paddled Stephanie to within a foot of a basking cottonmouth. Had it been inclined, it could have tagged her hand, which was resting on the side of the canoe. Luckily, it was merely annoyed at our presence. The water flow was fine through this section but the river widened and flattened quite a bit as well. We agreed that the section below Bay Creek just wasn't as scenic and desirable as the upper sections of the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 421
Height: 3.38
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 421<br />Height: 3.38
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-06-05 MO Jacks Fork River Ebb and Flow Bay Creek Total trip distance: 11.0 miles11.0 Good Excellent BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Bray, Eli
Bray, Matt
Bray, Eli; Bray, Matt
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 161
Height: 1.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 161<br />Height: 1.78
Source: BraySource: Bray
Click for details2020-06-20 MO Jacks Fork River Buck Hollow Alley Spring Total trip distance: 14.8 miles14.8 Low Good RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Barton, Scott
Barton, Melinda
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Barton, Scott; Barton, Melinda; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
The water was a little low for ideal floating. The forecast called for a 40% chance of thunderstorms and sure enough it opened up on us just past Bay Creek. The fishing was okay before the rain hit, but then disappeared after the storms blew in. Overall a mediocre flow due to the weather, but memories galore due to paddling in the monsoon.The water was a little low for ideal floating. The forecast called for a 40% chance of thunderstorms and sure enough it opened up on us just past Bay Creek. The fishing was okay before the rain hit, but then disappeared after the storms blew in. Overall a mediocre flow due to the weather, but memories galore due to paddling in the monsoon. USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 105
Height: 1.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 105<br />Height: 1.29
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-07-06 MO Jacks Fork River Alley Spring Emminence Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, Skip
Turner, Polly
Turner, Skip; Turner, Polly
Windy's suggested water levels too low above Alley SpringWindy's suggested water levels too low above Alley Spring USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 107
Height: 2.45
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 107<br />Height: 2.45
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2023-10-05 MO Jacks Fork River Rymer Bay Creek Total trip distance: 27.9 miles9.0 Low Good SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
Water was low. Pretty much every riffle stopped the boats but we were able to pole our way through them. No portages!Water was low. Pretty much every riffle stopped the boats but we were able to pole our way through them. No portages! USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 33
Height: 0.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 33<br />Height: 0.76
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2023-10-06 MO Jacks Fork River Bay Creek Alley Spring Total trip distance: 27.9 miles5.8 Low Poor NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
Water was low. Pretty much every riffle stopped the boats but we were able to pole our way through them. No portages!Water was low. Pretty much every riffle stopped the boats but we were able to pole our way through them. No portages! USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 61
Height: 1.52
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 61<br />Height: 1.52
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2023-10-07 MO Jacks Fork River Alley Spring Eminence Total trip distance: 27.9 miles5.8 Good Poor NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Tristan
Fillmore, Vivien
Javorsek, Rachel
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Tristan; Fillmore, Vivien; Javorsek, Rachel; Miller, Russ
We had a great float. Fishing was tough. It was Tristan's first float and Vivien's first time with her own kayak.We had a great float. Fishing was tough. It was Tristan's first float and Vivien's first time with her own kayak. USGS Gauge Data:
Eminence (07066000)
Discharge: 183
Height: 1.88
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eminence (07066000)<br />Discharge: 183<br />Height: 1.88
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2023-10-08 MO Jacks Fork River Eminence Shawnee Creek Total trip distance: 27.9 miles4.6 Good Fair SMBSMB Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Eminence (07066000)
Discharge: 177
Height: 1.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eminence (07066000)<br />Discharge: 177<br />Height: 1.86
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2023-10-09 MO Jacks Fork River Shawnee Creek Two Rivers Total trip distance: 27.9 miles2.7 Good Poor NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Eminence (07066000)
Discharge: 174
Height: 1.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eminence (07066000)<br />Discharge: 174<br />Height: 1.85
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2024-04-19 MO Jacks Fork River South Prong Buck Hollow (A) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles4.5 Poor None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 5. River camped 0.5 miles inside NPS boundary. All drops required poling and/or lining. No portaging.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 5. River camped 0.5 miles inside NPS boundary. All drops required poling and/or lining. No portaging. USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 89
Height: 0.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 89<br />Height: 0.92
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-20 MO Jacks Fork River Buck Hollow (A) Rymers (A) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles11.0 Poor None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 6. River camped above Rymers. All drops required poling and/or lining. No portaging.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 6. River camped above Rymers. All drops required poling and/or lining. No portaging. USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 80
Height: 0.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 80<br />Height: 0.85
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-21 MO Jacks Fork River Rymers (A) Alley Spring (A) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles14.0 Poor None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 7. River camped above Alley Spring. All drops required poling and/or lining. No portaging.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 7. River camped above Alley Spring. All drops required poling and/or lining. No portaging. USGS Gauge Data:
Mountain View (07065200)
Discharge: 75
Height: 0.81
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Mountain View (07065200)<br />Discharge: 75<br />Height: 0.81
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-22 MO Jacks Fork River Alley Spring (A) Shawnee Creek (B) Total trip distance: 162.8 miles25.8 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 8. River camped below Shawnee Creek. All drops above Alley Spring required poling and/or lining. Water level significantly improved at Alley Spring. Still some scraping, but only had to pole and/or line a couple of drops.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 8. River camped below Shawnee Creek. All drops above Alley Spring required poling and/or lining. Water level significantly improved at Alley Spring. Still some scraping, but only had to pole and/or line a couple of drops. USGS Gauge Data:
Alley Spring (07065495)
Discharge: 124
Height: 1.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Alley Spring (07065495)<br />Discharge: 124<br />Height: 1.63
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2024-04-23 MO Jacks Fork River Shawnee Creek (B) Two Rivers Total trip distance: 162.8 miles2.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 9. Finished Jacks Fork and back on the Current.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 9. Finished Jacks Fork and back on the Current. USGS Gauge Data:
Eminence (07066000)
Discharge: 236
Height: 1.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eminence (07066000)<br />Discharge: 236<br />Height: 1.98
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details1998-07-05 MO James River Kerr Galena Total trip distance: 5.0 miles5.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Kellie
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Kellie; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 232
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 232<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details1998-07-19 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Kellie
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Kellie; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 194
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 194<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2003-08-24 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Seth
Smith, Andy
Edmond, Brian; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Seth; Smith, Andy
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 65
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 65<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-09-02 MO James River Delaware Shelvin Rock Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Low None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Mathis, Alicia
Pille, Neil
Saunders, Gigi
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Mathis, Alicia; Pille, Neil; Saunders, Gigi
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 118
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 118<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-06-23 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Low Fair SMB
RB
BC
LSF
SMB, RB, BC, LSF
Cooper, Matt
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
White, Aaron
Cooper, Matt; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; White, Aaron
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 73
Height: 2.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 73<br />Height: 2.20
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-09-02 MO James River Crighton Southwood Total trip distance: 3.2 miles3.2 Low None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
Some places could easily snag a boat and require some portage but most could be floated successfully. The last third of the trip was Lake Springfield.Some places could easily snag a boat and require some portage but most could be floated successfully.  The last third of the trip was Lake Springfield. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 25
Height: 3.70
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 25<br />Height: 3.70
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2013-08-17 MO James River Finley River Hootentown Total trip distance: 9.8 miles3.4 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elicia
Ligon, Elseya
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elicia; Ligon, Elseya; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom
The water was high but not dangerously so. We went over some nice haystacks just below the Finley. Someone reported much higher haystacks above the Finley.The water was high but not dangerously so. We went over some nice haystacks just below the Finley. Someone reported much higher haystacks above the Finley. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 589
Height: 3.54
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 589<br />Height: 3.54
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-06-22 MO James River Hootentown McCall Bridge Road Total trip distance: 6.4 miles6.4 Good Fair GSFGSF Amburn, Andrea
Edmond, Brian
Hunt, Rob
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Edmond, Brian; Hunt, Rob; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 283
Height: 2.88
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 283<br />Height: 2.88
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-07-20 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Poor NoneNone Bowe, Ann
Bowe, Michelle
Bowe, Mike
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Ann; Bowe, Michelle; Bowe, Mike; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
James River Outfitters had quite a few boats and inner tubes on the river. Despite the short distance, the low current, heat, and sunny conditions were a bit much for Michelle's folks.James River Outfitters had quite a few boats and inner tubes on the river. Despite the short distance, the low current, heat, and sunny conditions were a bit much for Michelle's folks. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 277
Height: 3.13
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 277<br />Height: 3.13
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-03-21 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor NoneNone Casey, Libra
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Green, Dana
Green, Eric
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
McKnight, Don
McKnight, Jen
Van Someren, Tom
Casey, Libra; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Green, Dana; Green, Eric; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya; McKnight, Don; McKnight, Jen; Van Someren, Tom
The river level was nearly perfect with no major obstacles. The rapids just above the Finley were substantial.The river level was nearly perfect with no major obstacles. The rapids just above the Finley were substantial. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 735
Height: 3.74
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 735<br />Height: 3.74
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-06-14 MO James River Delaware Shelvin Rock Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Brandy
Grote, Camryn
Grote, Chase
Grote, Hannah
Lichtenberg, Brady
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Kaleb
Storts, Kylie Jo
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Brandy; Grote, Camryn; Grote, Chase; Grote, Hannah; Lichtenberg, Brady; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Kaleb; Storts, Kylie Jo
The day started with a thundershower that didn't last too long. There are at least two exciting plunges over ledge rock in this stretch.The day started with a thundershower that didn't last too long. There are at least two exciting plunges over ledge rock in this stretch. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 439
Height: 3.17
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 439<br />Height: 3.17
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-12 MO James River Southwood Lake Springfield Park Total trip distance: 2.1 miles2.1 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Williamson, Amelia
Williamson, Charlie
Williamson, Lucy
Williamson, Myki
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Williamson, Amelia; Williamson, Charlie; Williamson, Lucy; Williamson, Myki
Although this trip was technically in the lake, we shuttled a vehicle to the park to take advantage of the slight current coming in with the flooded James River.Although this trip was technically in the lake, we shuttled a vehicle to the park to take advantage of the slight current coming in with the flooded James River. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 1390
Height: 7.83
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 1390<br />Height: 7.83
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-25 MO James River Hootentown Kerr Total trip distance: 16.9 miles16.9 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe
Although the river didn't seem high at all, we didn't encounter a still pool the entire day. We started at 1030 and ended at 1630, but we only stopped a few times.Although the river didn't seem high at all, we didn't encounter a still pool the entire day. We started at 1030 and ended at 1630, but we only stopped a few times. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 2330
Height: 6.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 2330<br />Height: 6.29
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-08-16 MO James River Tailwaters Rivercut Total trip distance: 7.1 miles7.1 Good None NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Coroleuski, Linda
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Williamson, Myki
Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Coroleuski, Linda; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom; Williamson, Myki
The water level was fine for this trip, but we counted perhaps 6-8 obstacles that were technically challenging in a canoe or for an inexperienced kayaker. In several places, we had to help others or exit the boat to portage around or through particularly troublesome obstacles.The water level was fine for this trip, but we counted perhaps 6-8 obstacles that were technically challenging in a canoe or for an inexperienced kayaker. In several places, we had to help others or exit the boat to portage around or through particularly troublesome obstacles. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 224
Height: 5.07
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 224<br />Height: 5.07
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-02-28 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Poor NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ficarra, Serena
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Ficarra, Serena; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom
It was very windy and cloudy for nearly the entire time, making for an unpleasant float. Nobody fished very much, including Julian.It was very windy and cloudy for nearly the entire time, making for an unpleasant float. Nobody fished very much, including Julian. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 369
Height: 4.48
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 369<br />Height: 4.48
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-04-24 MO James River Delaware Shelvin Rock Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good Poor NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Casey, Libra
Coroleuski, Abby
Coroleuski, Ethan
Coroleuski, Lauren
Coroleuski, Linda
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Liu, Aimeng
McKay, Lane
Turk Scott
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Vaught, Carol
Williams, Sarah
Wilson, Ryan
Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Casey, Libra; Coroleuski, Abby; Coroleuski, Ethan; Coroleuski, Lauren; Coroleuski, Linda; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Liu, Aimeng; McKay, Lane; Turk Scott; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom; Vaught, Carol; Williams, Sarah; Wilson, Ryan
Although I got out only a few times because of shallow water, we rubbed the bottom quite a bit and got hung up on rocks a few times. I wouldn't want to do this much lower.Although I got out only a few times because of shallow water, we rubbed the bottom quite a bit and got hung up on rocks a few times. I wouldn't want to do this much lower. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 203
Height: 2.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 203<br />Height: 2.77
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-06-26 MO James River Delaware Shelvin Rock Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Williamson, Amelia
Williamson, Charlie
Williamson, Lucy
Williamson, Myki
Amburn, Andrea; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Williamson, Amelia; Williamson, Charlie; Williamson, Lucy; Williamson, Myki
Most of the river was fine, with even some fast areas flowing. The water was a bit murky and we had to drag the canoe through a few low areas. This is about minimum water level recommended for this section.Most of the river was fine, with even some fast areas flowing. The water was a bit murky and we had to drag the canoe through a few low areas. This is about minimum water level recommended for this section. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 275
Height: 2.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 275<br />Height: 2.90
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-10-02 MO James River Hootentown McCall Bridge Road Total trip distance: 6.4 miles6.4 Good Good LSF
RB
SMB
LSF, RB, SMB
Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah
This was near the low end of what would be considered a good float. A few of the riffles were too low and some places ended up being traps for the boats because of the low water.This was near the low end of what would be considered a good float. A few of the riffles were too low and some places ended up being traps for the boats because of the low water. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 83
Height: 2.38
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 83<br />Height: 2.38
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-10-09 MO James River Rivercut Delaware Total trip distance: 7.5 miles7.5 Low Fair CCF
LSF
SMB
CCF, LSF, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom The water discharge was navigable, but not enjoyable. I think I scraped more surface off the bottom of my kayak on this trip alone than all other trips combined.The water discharge was navigable, but not enjoyable. I think I scraped more surface off the bottom of my kayak on this trip alone than all other trips combined. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 85
Height: 2.46
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 85<br />Height: 2.46
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2016-12-26 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Poor NoneNone Acharya, Sreekanth
Amburn, Andrea
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Sreekanth; Amburn, Andrea; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
Although the water was relatively low, most places were fine in a kayak if you were careful and paid attention. At the beginning, the water was flowing well. As we neared the end, several large pools slowed us down (especially with the wind). Another couple taking out at Kerr said their canoe dragged along in several places.Although the water was relatively low, most places were fine in a kayak if you were careful and paid attention. At the beginning, the water was flowing well. As we neared the end, several large pools slowed us down (especially with the wind). Another couple taking out at Kerr said their canoe dragged along in several places. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 184
Height: 3.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 184<br />Height: 3.63
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-02-05 MO James River Shelvin Rock Shelvin Rock Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 Good Poor NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Paddled upstream 1.5 miles (approx. 1/2 mi past the Big Bend Road bridge) then returned back to Shelvin. Water was clear, fishing non-existent, since I didn't even see any in the water.Paddled upstream 1.5 miles (approx. 1/2 mi past the Big Bend Road bridge) then returned back to Shelvin. Water was clear, fishing non-existent, since I didn't even see any in the water. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 175
Height: 2.69
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 175<br />Height: 2.69
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-03-20 MO James River Kerr Galena Total trip distance: 5.0 miles5.0 Low Good RSF
SMB
RSF, SMB
Amburn, Andrea
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Amburn, Andrea; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 319
Height: 4.03
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 319<br />Height: 4.03
Source: AmburnSource: Amburn
Click for details2017-06-10 MO James River Crane Creek Cox Total trip distance: 10.4 miles8.4 Good Poor NoneNone Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah
Wilson, Ryan
Wilson, Shiree
Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Sarah; Wilson, Ryan; Wilson, Shiree
Put in just before 1000, took out at Cox Access in Galena right at 1730. The James was flowing very nicely. Fishing utterly sucked, mostly due to WAAAAAY too many people taking advantage of the gorgeous day outside. From just below Kerr Access all the way to Galena, we had to put up with the noise and shenanigans of 130 college students drifting down the river in a mass rafting flotilla.Put in just before 1000, took out at Cox Access in Galena right at 1730. The James was flowing very nicely. Fishing utterly sucked, mostly due to WAAAAAY too many people taking advantage of the gorgeous day outside. From just below Kerr Access all the way to Galena, we had to put up with the noise and shenanigans of 130 college students drifting down the river in a mass rafting flotilla. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 920
Height: 5.66
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 920<br />Height: 5.66
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2017-10-08 MO James River Cox Galena Landing Total trip distance: 3.9 miles3.9 Good Fair GSF
SMB
GSF, SMB
Dudenhoeffer, Reagan
Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Dudenhoeffer, Reagan; Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The lake level was at 916.41 but we were in a still pool for the last mile of the trip. For future trips, the level should be lower if one expects to get a current for the entire trip.The lake level was at 916.41 but we were in a still pool for the last mile of the trip. For future trips, the level should be lower if one expects to get a current for the entire trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 178
Height: 4.17
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 178<br />Height: 4.17
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-01-14 MO James River Kerr Y Bridge Total trip distance: 5.2 miles5.2 Good None NoneNone Larsen, Chris
Schlager, Mark
Travers, Lisa
Tuter, Kristen
Larsen, Chris; Schlager, Mark; Travers, Lisa; Tuter, Kristen
Heavy snow during early afternoon.Heavy snow during early afternoon. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 219
Height: 4.50
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 219<br />Height: 4.50
Source: LarsenSource: Larsen
Click for details2018-06-01 MO James River Delaware Hootentown Total trip distance: 12.7 miles12.7 Good Good CCF
GSF
LMB
LSF
SMB
CCF, GSF, LMB, LSF, SMB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Originally this trip was supposed to be on Crane Creek. However, finding it in flood stage (from the previous night's rains) when I got there, I spontaneously switched to doing the James, since it was basically on the drive back to the house. Thankfully the DOJ's current had movement for most of this long stretch, because doing 12.7 miles without its assistance would have been WAAAAY too much. Shelvin Rock to Hootie is much more interesting (IMHO) than Delaware to Shelvin. Though somewhat scenic, the entire length just has FAAAAAR too many long, slow, wide, tedious sections for my taste. The James is definitely the Waffle House of rivers (i.e., always there, always open, generally "Meh!").Originally this trip was supposed to be on Crane Creek. However, finding it in flood stage (from the previous night's rains) when I got there, I spontaneously switched to doing the James, since it was basically on the drive back to the house. Thankfully the DOJ's current had movement for most of this long stretch, because doing 12.7 miles without its assistance would have been WAAAAY too much. Shelvin Rock to Hootie is much more interesting (IMHO) than Delaware to Shelvin. Though somewhat scenic, the entire length just has FAAAAAR too many long, slow, wide, tedious sections for my taste. The James is definitely the Waffle House of rivers (i.e., always there, always open, generally USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 226
Height: 2.87
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 226<br />Height: 2.87
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2018-06-10 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Good SMBSMB Aliaga, Rut
Brame, Erika
Brame, Joon
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Gerhardt, Kyle
Gerhardt, Megan
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Wilson, Ryan
Aliaga, Rut; Brame, Erika; Brame, Joon; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Gerhardt, Kyle; Gerhardt, Megan; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom; Wilson, Ryan
This section of the James was relatively fast-moving given the very low rainfall we've had. It was also fairly crowded with rental boats and others. Swimming and fishing were both good and the water was comfortable. Chris and I cut up a tree obstruction on one particularly tricky run.This section of the James was relatively fast-moving given the very low rainfall we've had. It was also fairly crowded with rental boats and others. Swimming and fishing were both good and the water was comfortable. Chris and I cut up a tree obstruction on one particularly tricky run. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 346
Height: 4.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 346<br />Height: 4.23
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-08-12 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good None RBRB Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
A 2-3" rain in S Spgfld loaded up Wilson's Creek enough to send a wave of water down the James. We caught the very tail end of it on this trip. The water was not fast but we managed to do the trip without dragging. The water was comfortable for swimming. There were a lot of boats on the water, primarily from rentals along the river.A 2-3 USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 244
Height: 4.28
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 244<br />Height: 4.28
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2018-10-26 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Bullard, Loring
Flynn, Beth
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Bullard, Loring; Flynn, Beth; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Tom
Fishing was non-existent. Water level was just below "Good", but still easily navigable. The fall colors were in their first stage of full display, so it was a nice cool-ish October day float.Fishing was non-existent. Water level was just below USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 129
Height: 2.61
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 129<br />Height: 2.61
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-06-16 MO James River Tailwaters Rivercut Total trip distance: 7.1 miles7.1 Good None NoneNone Osborne, Cindy
Osborne, Jay
Osborne, Juniper
Osborne, Cindy; Osborne, Jay; Osborne, Juniper
The section was easy to navigate in our kayaks. It may have been a little tricky in a canoe. We did not have to stop, portage, or drag the kayaks at all. A couple spots were a little bit tricky but not bad. The take out near Rivercut is not the best access site but it does the job. Many fish were spotted but no rods brought on the trip. It is not the cleanest section of the James. Not a single other paddler seen but many fishermen at road crossings. Scenery was okay.The section was easy to navigate in our kayaks. It may have been a little tricky in a canoe. We did not have to stop, portage, or drag the kayaks at all. A couple spots were a little bit tricky but not bad. The take out near Rivercut is not the best access site but it does the job. Many fish were spotted but no rods brought on the trip. It is not the cleanest section of the James. Not a single other paddler seen but many fishermen at road crossings. Scenery was okay. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 115
Height: 4.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 115<br />Height: 4.63
Source: OsborneSource: Osborne
Click for details2019-06-19 MO James River Hwy 65 Access Southwood Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Poor NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Having floated some of the James above Kinser Bridge, I always wanted to know what the section below Kinser (to Lake Springfield) consisted of. I can now say the 3 miles of stream contained in this section are not worth doing. Having paddled upstream for 2 miles there wasn't one moment where I couldn't hear the drone of traffic noise along highway 65 and / or highway 60. If the DOJ is the McDonald's of rivers, this section should be designated as the White Castle section, simply because it's along a major highway and can only appeal to the lowest common denominator of outdoor activities.Having floated some of the James above Kinser Bridge, I always wanted to know what the section below Kinser (to Lake Springfield) consisted of. I can now say the 3 miles of stream contained in this section are not worth doing. Having paddled upstream for 2 miles there wasn't one moment where I couldn't hear the drone of traffic noise along highway 65 and / or highway 60. If the DOJ is the McDonald's of rivers, this section should be designated as the White Castle section, simply because it's along a major highway and can only appeal to the lowest common denominator of outdoor activities. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 448
Height: 5.94
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 448<br />Height: 5.94
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-07-27 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor BLG
RB
SMB
BLG, RB, SMB
Bartlett, Isaak
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Chalumba, Claude
Dean, Dizzy
Garrison, Roxanne
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Isaak; Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Chalumba, Claude; Dean, Dizzy; Garrison, Roxanne; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Not thinking through the full potential for a HUGE schmuck-a-rama to happen on the DoJ this Saturday, we arrived at Shelvin Rock to find the river access PACKED with fellow paddlers, cars, and trailers. At almost no point during the day could one not see at least a dozen kayaks either up or down stream from us. Regardless, it was a wonderful day to be outside on the river (even the DoJ) and everyone had a great time.Not thinking through the full potential for a HUGE schmuck-a-rama to happen on the DoJ this Saturday, we arrived at Shelvin Rock to find the river access PACKED with fellow paddlers, cars, and trailers. At almost no point during the day could one not see at least a dozen kayaks either up or down stream from us. Regardless, it was a wonderful day to be outside on the river (even the DoJ) and everyone had a great time. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 370
Height: 4.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 370<br />Height: 4.20
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-08-24 MO James River Shelvin Rock Finley River (B) Total trip distance: 6.2 miles3.1 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
This was an easy overnight trip on the James to test out the canoe for a complete overnight load. Smoked sausage and macaroni and cheese for dinner with chocolate for dessert. It was the first overnight river trip for Julian.This was an easy overnight trip on the James to test out the canoe for a complete overnight load. Smoked sausage and macaroni and cheese for dinner with chocolate for dessert. It was the first overnight river trip for Julian. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 309
Height: 3.03
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 309<br />Height: 3.03
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-08-25 MO James River Finley River (B) Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles3.1 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
The night was cool but good. A huge band of thunderstorms in Kansas prompted us to get up early and pack our gear, get an early breakfast, and head home. We made it off the river by 900 hours, home by 1000 hours.The night was cool but good. A huge band of thunderstorms in Kansas prompted us to get up early and pack our gear, get an early breakfast, and head home. We made it off the river by 900 hours, home by 1000 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 258
Height: 2.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 258<br />Height: 2.91
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-09-06 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Fair SMBSMB Bartlett, Isaak
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Isaak; Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
Despite this float being on the DoJ (and literally finding a Port-a-Potty outhouse IN the river!), it was a great day to be on an Ozarks stream. The water was clear and gently moving along. The fishing wasn't off-the-charts good, but we all did catch a few here and there. There was one tree down about 1.5 miles up from Cox requiring us to do an easy portage around it.Despite this float being on the DoJ (and literally finding a Port-a-Potty outhouse IN the river!), it was a great day to be on an Ozarks stream. The water was clear and gently moving along. The fishing wasn't off-the-charts good, but we all did catch a few here and there. There was one tree down about 1.5 miles up from Cox requiring us to do an easy portage around it. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 417
Height: 4.21
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 417<br />Height: 4.21
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-12-25 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Ashes
Bartlett, Isaak
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Ashes; Bartlett, Isaak; Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee
A short Christmas Float on a beautiful sunny day. The weather was perfect with the exception of a wicked headwind that would come and go as we paddled. Ashes did okay for her very first float in a kayak.A short Christmas Float on a beautiful sunny day. The weather was perfect with the exception of a wicked headwind that would come and go as we paddled. Ashes did okay for her very first float in a kayak. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 937
Height: 4.37
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 937<br />Height: 4.37
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-01-27 MO James River Southwood Southwood Total trip distance: 1.0 miles1.0 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, ReneeBartlett, Renee With my normal Monday activities sidelined, it was a perfect weather day to get on the water. I paddled up to the Nature Center and back. I was the only one on the water and other than the constant noise of US 65, it was a quiet trip.With my normal Monday activities sidelined, it was a perfect weather day to get on the water. I paddled up to the Nature Center and back. I was the only one on the water and other than the constant noise of US 65, it was a quiet trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 388
Height: 5.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 388<br />Height: 5.86
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-06-25 MO James River Crighton Crighton Total trip distance: 2.2 miles2.2 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, ReneeBartlett, Renee Early evening solo float. Paddled upstream from Farm Road 166 Bridge at Joe Crighton Access to Pierson Creek and back.Early evening solo float. Paddled upstream from Farm Road 166 Bridge at Joe Crighton Access to Pierson Creek and back. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 94
Height: 4.58
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 94<br />Height: 4.58
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-07-05 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good None RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Bartlett, Joe
Bartlett, Renee
Dawson, Don
Dawson, Laura
Waldman, Rachel
Bartlett, Joe; Bartlett, Renee; Dawson, Don; Dawson, Laura; Waldman, Rachel
Holiday weekend float. We were on the water in the early am before 10. The river was remarkably quiet. The water was high enough Laura was able to use her inflatable kayak. The weather was beautiful. We were loaded and off the water by 1:30pm.Holiday weekend float. We were on the water in the early am before 10. The river was remarkably quiet. The water was high enough Laura was able to use her inflatable kayak. The weather was beautiful. We were loaded and off the water by 1:30pm. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 223
Height: 5.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 223<br />Height: 5.22
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-07-10 MO James River Finley River Hootentown Total trip distance: 3.5 miles3.2 Good Great KSB
RB
SMB
KSB, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Brumfield, Josh
Barton, Adam; Brumfield, Josh
A short trip that began on the last 1/4 mile of the Finley resulted in some great fishing. Smallmouth bass were hungry and were caught in eddies close to the current.A short trip that began on the last 1/4 mile of the Finley resulted in some great fishing. Smallmouth bass were hungry and were caught in eddies close to the current. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 160
Height: 2.71
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 160<br />Height: 2.71
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-07-14 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Hannah
Williams, Sarah
Van Someren, Tom; Williams, Hannah; Williams, Sarah
This was a Birthday Week float for Sarah, since her 40th would be on Friday. Remarkably (to me) the DoJ was actually flowing fairly well, despite this day being right in the middle of the summer season and additionally having had nearly no rain in the previous month. We got in at 10:20 and took out right around 14:00 with a very leisure lunch/swim break less than a mile from the take-out. Interestingly, we met a guy (Steve Wicken, 417-231-1263) who needed a ride back to Kerr to retrieve his vehicle. Chatting with him we found out that he had floated the length of the Missouri River as part of a reenactment of Lewis and Clark's journey to survey the western territory (a four-year reenactment!). He lives near Flat Creek and offered to help with our shuttling anytime in the future. Woo hoo!This was a Birthday Week float for Sarah, since her 40th would be on Friday. Remarkably (to me) the DoJ was actually flowing fairly well, despite this day being right in the middle of the summer season and additionally having had nearly no rain in the previous month. We got in at 10:20 and took out right around 14:00 with a very leisure lunch/swim break less than a mile from the take-out.

Interestingly, we met a guy (Steve Wicken, 417-231-1263) who needed a ride back to Kerr to retrieve his vehicle. Chatting with him we found out that he had floated the length of the Missouri River as part of a reenactment of Lewis and Clark's journey to survey the western territory (a four-year reenactment!). He lives near Flat Creek and offered to help with our shuttling anytime in the future. Woo hoo! USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 129
Height: 2.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 129<br />Height: 2.60
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-07-24 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Fair LSF
SMB
LSF, SMB
Feistner, J
Feistner, S
Rush, S
Schroeppel, B
Schroeppel, K
Feistner, J; Feistner, S; Rush, S; Schroeppel, B; Schroeppel, K
River level was just about perfect. James River Outfitters assisted us in kayak rental and shuttling of one of our kayaks. River was a bit crowded, especially for a weekday. If you want to avoid the crowds, consider going Monday through Thursday. We took our time, enjoyed the water, and made the float last about 4.5 hours. Great day on the river.River level was just about perfect. James River Outfitters assisted us in kayak rental and shuttling of one of our kayaks. River was a bit crowded, especially for a weekday. If you want to avoid the crowds, consider going Monday through Thursday. We took our time, enjoyed the water, and made the float last about 4.5 hours. Great day on the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 394
Height: 4.67
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 394<br />Height: 4.67
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2020-07-25 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Fair LSF
SMB
LSF, SMB
Feistner, J
Feistner, S
Rush, S
Schroeppel, B
Schroeppel, K
Feistner, J; Feistner, S; Rush, S; Schroeppel, B; Schroeppel, K
River level was just about perfect. James River Outfitters assisted us in kayak rental and shuttling of one of our kayaks. River was a bit crowded, especially for a weekday. If you want to avoid the crowds, consider going Monday through Thursday. We took our time, enjoyed the water, and made the float last about 4.5 hours. Great day on the river.River level was just about perfect. James River Outfitters assisted us in kayak rental and shuttling of one of our kayaks. River was a bit crowded, especially for a weekday. If you want to avoid the crowds, consider going Monday through Thursday. We took our time, enjoyed the water, and made the float last about 4.5 hours. Great day on the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 361
Height: 4.57
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 361<br />Height: 4.57
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2020-08-09 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor NoneNone Eakins, Danielle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Eth, Joe
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Eakins, Danielle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Eth, Joe; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This was a lazy summer trip with low (but acceptable) water levels. The water was clear and flowing slowly with only a few faster riffles. We spent most of the day on a gravel bar about 3/4 of the way through, cooking burgers for lunch and swimming and snorkeling. Julian paddled his own boat and spent his time back and forth between our different boats. He also swam a lot with his boat in tow.This was a lazy summer trip with low (but acceptable) water levels. The water was clear and flowing slowly with only a few faster riffles. We spent most of the day on a gravel bar about 3/4 of the way through, cooking burgers for lunch and swimming and snorkeling. Julian paddled his own boat and spent his time back and forth between our different boats. He also swam a lot with his boat in tow. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 306
Height: 4.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 306<br />Height: 4.41
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-08-14 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Great KSB
LMB
RB
SMB
KSB, LMB, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Brumfield, Josh
Barton, Adam; Brumfield, Josh
The river was perfect for fishing and floating with only a few places were we had to hop out and drag our kayaks. I caught my personal best smallmouth at just over 15" and Josh caught a 3lb spotted bass near Galena. The high temp for the day was 92 degrees, so we took plenty of time to cool off in the river when the fishing slowed down around noon.The river was perfect for fishing and floating with only a few places were we had to hop out and drag our kayaks. I caught my personal best smallmouth at just over 15 USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 274
Height: 4.32
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 274<br />Height: 4.32
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-08-23 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Feistner, J
Feistner, S
Feistner, S
Feistner, J; Feistner, S; Feistner, S
First thing I'll mention is that the gauge has evidently been messed up at Galena. The float level today was on the lower end of "good" and that is what is has been for about a month. Some of the earlier floats showed a level in the upper end of good. Not correct. At the level it was today, we made it through with no walking, but did drag a few places and had to pick our way through a bit. Still areas of the river were pretty slow. As always, good float.First thing I'll mention is that the gauge has evidently been messed up at Galena. The float level today was on the lower end of USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 231
Height: 4.19
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 231<br />Height: 4.19
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2020-08-30 MO James River Crighton Crighton Total trip distance: 1.1 miles1.1 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, ReneeBartlett, Renee Late Afternoon solo float. While the water levels were decent in the area, the water wasn't moving as much as expected. This section was very stagnant, smelly, and overran with bugs. Floated from Joe Crighton to south of Farm Road 164 and back.Late Afternoon solo float. While the water levels were decent in the area, the water wasn't moving as much as expected. This section was very stagnant, smelly, and overran with bugs. Floated from Joe Crighton to south of Farm Road 164 and back. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 35
Height: 4.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 35<br />Height: 4.06
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-10-10 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good Poor RB
SMB
RB, SMB
Bartlett, Renee
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Tom
Perfect weather made this an exceptional October float. While the water was low and we had a few places where we dragged, we did not have to exit our boats. While we had little luck actually catching any fish, the water was crystal clear and the fish sightings were abundant.Perfect weather made this an exceptional October float. While the water was low and we had a few places where we dragged, we did not have to exit our boats. While we had little luck actually catching any fish, the water was crystal clear and the fish sightings were abundant. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 148
Height: 4.02
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 148<br />Height: 4.02
Source: BartlettSource: Bartlett
Click for details2020-12-10 MO James River Southwood Southwood Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Good Poor NoneNone Barton, AdamBarton, Adam A warm December paddle on Lake Springfield that included a beautiful sunset. No fish were caught, but I was just happy to be on the water.A warm December paddle on Lake Springfield that included a beautiful sunset. No fish were caught, but I was just happy to be on the water. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 71
Height: 4.33
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 71<br />Height: 4.33
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-12-10 MO James River Southwood Southwood Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Good Poor NoneNone Barton, AdamBarton, Adam A warm December paddle on Lake Springfield that included a beautiful sunset. No fish were caught, but I was just happy to be on the water.A warm December paddle on Lake Springfield that included a beautiful sunset. No fish were caught, but I was just happy to be on the water. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 71
Height: 4.33
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 71<br />Height: 4.33
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-03-07 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor NoneNone Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
A beautiful March afternoon to float in SW Missouri! We put in around 1330 and were off by 1645. Did not stop much due to ample current and flow. Fishing was non-existent despite good efforts. It is not the best stretch of river to float by any means, but it'll do in a pinch this time of year. Ready for spring!A beautiful March afternoon to float in SW Missouri! We put in around 1330 and were off by 1645. Did not stop much due to ample current and flow. Fishing was non-existent despite good efforts. It is not the best stretch of river to float by any means, but it'll do in a pinch this time of year. Ready for spring! USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 267
Height: 2.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 267<br />Height: 2.98
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-07-19 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Feistner
Osborn
Feistner; Osborn
What a great Monday. River was just a bit murky due to it being a little higher than normal for this time of the year, but otherwise, couldn't have been better. Just enough current to push us steadily down river and make the river a bit easier to navigate in the shallow areas. Weather was gorgeous too. We did help another family who had a canoe "tipover" on the riffle right above the M Highway bridge. Everyone should be alert right there. Otherwise, float was incident free and a great day to be on the river.What a great Monday. River was just a bit murky due to it being a little higher than normal for this time of the year, but otherwise, couldn't have been better. Just enough current to push us steadily down river and make the river a bit easier to navigate in the shallow areas. Weather was gorgeous too. We did help another family who had a canoe USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 387
Height: 3.26
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 387<br />Height: 3.26
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2021-07-25 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor NoneNone Brown, Lucy
Hesington, Craig
Milligan, Jane
Mohr, Lelly
Romano, David
Romano, Hannah
Van Someren, Tom
Wantland, Larry
Brown, Lucy; Hesington, Craig; Milligan, Jane; Mohr, Lelly; Romano, David; Romano, Hannah; Van Someren, Tom; Wantland, Larry
This was billed as a "Meet Your Officers & River Clean-up" float for the River Access Coalition group. The weather was great (despite a very brief thundershower) and the water was flowing nicely. So naturally so were the number of other outdoor enthusiasts on the river. It wasn't a full-on Schmuck-a-rama, but the number of people the Hooten Town outfitters was releasing into the river, it was close. Still, an enjoyable day was had on the DoJ.This was billed as a USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 467
Height: 4.26
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 467<br />Height: 4.26
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2021-08-03 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Copeland, Bryan
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Copeland, Bryan; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This trip was to celebrate Andrea's 33rd birthday. The weather was beautiful, the water level was nearly perfect with clear, flowing water. A few people were on the river but it wasn't too bad. Tom had too much to drink and Renee was hungover and Marianne was sleepy for some reason. But the rest of us had a good time and Julian used a rope swing for the first time on this trip.This trip was to celebrate Andrea's 33rd birthday. The weather was beautiful, the water level was nearly perfect with clear, flowing water. A few people were on the river but it wasn't too bad. Tom had too much to drink and Renee was hungover and Marianne was sleepy for some reason. But the rest of us had a good time and Julian used a rope swing for the first time on this trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 140
Height: 2.66
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 140<br />Height: 2.66
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-12-27 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Poor LMBLMB Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke
A wonderful float in late December is hard to beat. Saw bald eagles, deer, and a family of beavers swimming in the current. A gentle northeast wind made the float easy and even with heavy fishing, we made it to Hootentown in under six hours. Not a soul in sight, just the way we like it. This is the best time of the year to float on the James for sure.A wonderful float in late December is hard to beat. Saw bald eagles, deer, and a family of beavers swimming in the current. A gentle northeast wind made the float easy and even with heavy fishing, we made it to Hootentown in under six hours. Not a soul in sight, just the way we like it. This is the best time of the year to float on the James for sure. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 220
Height: 2.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 220<br />Height: 2.90
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-12-30 MO James River Southwood Southwood Total trip distance: 2.0 miles2.0 Good Poor SMBSMB Barton, AdamBarton, Adam Paddled from the US 65 bridge to the US 60 bridge and back. It was sunny and 64 degrees when I put on about 1430 and dropped to 57 degrees when I got off the water at 1700. Only caught one bass around a bridge pillar on a Ned rig, but it was a decent 15" smallmouth. Must have came downstream out of the current to winter in the deeper water. Lake Springfield can be difficult for sure.Paddled from the US 65 bridge to the US 60 bridge and back. It was sunny and 64 degrees when I put on about 1430 and dropped to 57 degrees when I got off the water at 1700. Only caught one bass around a bridge pillar on a Ned rig, but it was a decent 15 USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 87
Height: 4.36
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 87<br />Height: 4.36
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-03-04 MO James River Rt YY Rt YY Total trip distance: 3.5 miles3.5 Good Poor SMBSMB Barton, AdamBarton, Adam Waded / paddle up to the mouth of Panther Creek and then floated back to the bridge. The river has a few more logs down in the middle and under the bridge after the last flood event. Water was crystal clear and flowing at a good rate. Fishing was rough though. Only caught one smallie near the low water bridge and lost one below Davis Creek. There are some fun shoals between Panther Creek and Davis Creek that would be great with a little more water. Weather was partly sunny with a high temperature of 70 degrees with gusty winds out of the south. On my way back towards the bridge, smoke from USFS prescribed burns in the Mark Twain National Forest filled the river valley as the sun set. The upper James is where it's at for sure. Side note: either the county highway department or adjacent landowner made the ROW at the bridge steeper, so be careful with low clearance vehicles.Waded / paddle up to the mouth of Panther Creek and then floated back to the bridge. The river has a few more logs down in the middle and under the bridge after the last flood event. Water was crystal clear and flowing at a good rate. Fishing was rough though. Only caught one smallie near the low water bridge and lost one below Davis Creek. There are some fun shoals between Panther Creek and Davis Creek that would be great with a little more water. Weather was partly sunny with a high temperature of 70 degrees with gusty winds out of the south. On my way back towards the bridge, smoke from USFS prescribed burns in the Mark Twain National Forest filled the river valley as the sun set. The upper James is where it's at for sure. Side note: either the county highway department or adjacent landowner made the ROW at the bridge steeper, so be careful with low clearance vehicles. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 240
Height: 4.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 240<br />Height: 4.98
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-06-25 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke
2022 JRBP River Rescue Cleanup Float2022 JRBP River Rescue Cleanup Float USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 157
Height: 2.71
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 157<br />Height: 2.71
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-08-01 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Sauer, MichaelSauer, Michael No Portages, but some dragging, some due to choosing the wrong lines an my first trip on this river. One real exciting rapid with a drop 6-9" just above Finley on the right fork. Unsure if the left one is navigable. Fun run, definitely exciting.No Portages, but some dragging, some due to choosing the wrong lines an my first trip on this river. One real exciting rapid with a drop 6-9 USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 135
Height: 2.66
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 135<br />Height: 2.66
Source: SauerSource: Sauer
Click for details2022-08-14 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good Poor NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Copeland, Bryan
Copeland, Rhonda
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Blaisdell, Beth; Copeland, Bryan; Copeland, Rhonda; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
We got on the river around 1000 hours and paddled pretty consistently to secure a gravel bar with shade about 2/3 of the way to our destination. We cooked burgers, ate pasta salad, chips, and cookies, and swam and skipped rocks for much of the afternoon. Around 1400 hours, we pushed off to finish the journey but stopped a few times to swim and relax. The water level was a little low in spots but still warrants a "Good" rating. Several others were on the river due to the hot weather. This is definitely not a choice destination due to the large numbers of people on any given day but other options are limited due to the low water levels.We got on the river around 1000 hours and paddled pretty consistently to secure a gravel bar with shade about 2/3 of the way to our destination. We cooked burgers, ate pasta salad, chips, and cookies, and swam and skipped rocks for much of the afternoon. Around 1400 hours, we pushed off to finish the journey but stopped a few times to swim and relax. The water level was a little low in spots but still warrants a USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 286
Height: 4.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 286<br />Height: 4.29
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-08-20 MO James River Rivercut Delaware Total trip distance: 7.5 miles7.5 Low Great BLG
GSF
KSB
LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
BLG, GSF, KSB, LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Greenstreet, Michael
On the river by 0730 with cloudy skies until 1300, then sunny and hot until we were off at 1630. Very difficult log jam and rapid to portage at the end of the golf course. The stretch from the golf course to Nelson Mill Road was very favorable for fishing, with some quality bass. The river was very low and slow, so we had to paddle for a while to reach Delaware Town.On the river by 0730 with cloudy skies until 1300, then sunny and hot until we were off at 1630. Very difficult log jam and rapid to portage at the end of the golf course. The stretch from the golf course to Nelson Mill Road was very favorable for fishing, with some quality bass. The river was very low and slow, so we had to paddle for a while to reach Delaware Town. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 123
Height: 2.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 123<br />Height: 2.62
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-08-28 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Good None NoneNone Bower, James
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Vaughn, Parker
Watson, Jared
Bower, James; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Vaughn, Parker; Watson, Jared
This was a good trip, as always. It was Parker's first time on a float trip and in a kayak. We ate lunch at the corner beneath the bluff. A thunderstorm blew up and passed to our north. We got a few sprinkles and some wind but it didn't otherwise affect us. We stopped to swim in a few different places.This was a good trip, as always. It was Parker's first time on a float trip and in a kayak. We ate lunch at the corner beneath the bluff. A thunderstorm blew up and passed to our north. We got a few sprinkles and some wind but it didn't otherwise affect us. We stopped to swim in a few different places. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 259
Height: 4.22
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 259<br />Height: 4.22
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-09-05 MO James River Rivercut Nelson Mill Road Total trip distance: 3.6 miles3.6 Good Great BLG
GSF
KSB
LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
BLG, GSF, KSB, LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Greenstreet, Michael
Labor Day 2022 Float... We were on the water by 0730 and targeted structure along the edge with shaky heads and wacky rigs. We caught five smallies over 16" between the three of us, with numerous rock bass and small spotted bass in between. There are a couple slow sections of the float that require some paddling and the rock shelf about a mile in are still difficult to navigate. Fishing shut off once the fog and clouds rolled out and clear skies prevailed. Off the river by 1430... slow pace for intense fishing.Labor Day 2022 Float... We were on the water by 0730 and targeted structure along the edge with shaky heads and wacky rigs. We caught five smallies over 16 USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 213
Height: 2.91
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 213<br />Height: 2.91
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-02-19 MO James River Rivercut Delaware Total trip distance: 7.5 miles7.5 Good None NoneNone Bergfelt, Matt
Copeland, Bryan
Copeland, Layla
Medearis, Rusty
Medearis, Zach
Squires, Amanda
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Wingert, Carly
Winters, Josh
Bergfelt, Matt; Copeland, Bryan; Copeland, Layla; Medearis, Rusty; Medearis, Zach; Squires, Amanda; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom; Wingert, Carly; Winters, Josh
The mighty James was up and flowing really well today. Only one potentially hazardous obstruction blocked easy access the whole way. Obstruction is located just under a mile from the put-in, right at the southern edge of Rivercut Golf course property. Despite how much water we had and how fast it was flowing, I had forgotten how many loooong slow pools there were on this stretch of the James. A clean-up day for this 7-mile portion would be helpful (especially the closer we got to the Delaware Access), as I noted too many spots along steep banks where stray items of trash were seen but not easily reached without getting wet.The mighty James was up and flowing really well today. Only one potentially hazardous obstruction blocked easy access the whole way. Obstruction is located just under a mile from the put-in, right at the southern edge of Rivercut Golf course property. Despite how much water we had and how fast it was flowing, I had forgotten how many loooong slow pools there were on this stretch of the James. A clean-up day for this 7-mile portion would be helpful (especially the closer we got to the Delaware Access), as I noted too many spots along steep banks where stray items of trash were seen but not easily reached without getting wet. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 1050
Height: 4.09
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 1050<br />Height: 4.09
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2023-05-28 MO James River US 160 US 160 Total trip distance: 4.3 miles4.3 Good Good GSF
KSB
LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
GSF, KSB, LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Barton, AdamBarton, Adam Paddled upriver and back past where Farmer Branch runs in. Tough day on the water with most fish caught in the slack near cover and current. This stretch of the DOJ is not a favorite by any measure, but a day on the water still beats most things. Surprised by how dingy the water was based on the river level.Paddled upriver and back past where Farmer Branch runs in. Tough day on the water with most fish caught in the slack near cover and current. This stretch of the DOJ is not a favorite by any measure, but a day on the water still beats most things. Surprised by how dingy the water was based on the river level. USGS Gauge Data:
Springfield (07050700)
Discharge: 67
Height: 4.20
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Springfield (07050700)<br />Discharge: 67<br />Height: 4.20
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-06-03 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Fair GSF
SMB
GSF, SMB
Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Jones, Marianne
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Shelley, Amy
Van Someren, Tom
Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Jones, Marianne; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Shelley, Amy; Van Someren, Tom
This was a birthday trip for Brian but the river was as crowded as we've ever seen it, a real "Schmuck-A-Rama" as it were. Still, the water level was good, the water was pretty clear, and we had a good time. We pulled up to a gravel bar just below the confluence with the Finely to cook burgers, share lunch, swim, and talk. Although it wasn't ideal circumstances for us, it was great to get out again. We hadn't seen Chris and Lisa for three years! It was Amy's first trip with us.This was a birthday trip for Brian but the river was as crowded as we've ever seen it, a real USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 273
Height: 2.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 273<br />Height: 2.98
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-07-28 MO James River Shelvin Rock Hootentown Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Jones, Kristen
Shelley, Amy
Van Someren, Tom
Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Jones, Kristen; Shelley, Amy; Van Someren, Tom
This was an impromptu trip planned to take advantage of the warm weather. We had originally talked about going to the Jacks Fork, which was unseasonably suitable for a trip, but the girls wanted to go and didn't want to go that far. The river wasn't too busy at first but became a zoo later in the afternoon. Water levels were very good with bumps in only a few spots and portages only necessary when a riffle was misread. We stopped for a long lunch at the confluence of the Finely River. Lunch was sushi, rivercado, cheese curds, deer sausage, chips, peanuts, mangos, with cheesecake for dessert. We got on the river around 1130 and pulled out around 1700.This was an impromptu trip planned to take advantage of the warm weather. We had originally talked about going to the Jacks Fork, which was unseasonably suitable for a trip, but the girls wanted to go and didn't want to go that far. The river wasn't too busy at first but became a zoo later in the afternoon. Water levels were very good with bumps in only a few spots and portages only necessary when a riffle was misread. We stopped for a long lunch at the confluence of the Finely River. Lunch was sushi, rivercado, cheese curds, deer sausage, chips, peanuts, mangos, with cheesecake for dessert. We got on the river around 1130 and pulled out around 1700. USGS Gauge Data:
Boaz (07052250)
Discharge: 215
Height: 2.87
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Boaz (07052250)<br />Discharge: 215<br />Height: 2.87
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-08-16 MO James River Kerr Cox Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Low None NoneNone Abney, Dawn
Carpenter, David
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Abney, Dawn; Carpenter, David; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This was a hastily thrown together float for Andrea's out-of-town cousins. With no significant rain happening in the previous weeks, our only option was the lower DoJ. We got on the river late (1330 hours) and I was surprised that we didn't see all that many other kayakers taking advantage of the hot summer day. We took out at 1730 hours.This was a hastily thrown together float for Andrea's out-of-town cousins. With no significant rain happening in the previous weeks, our only option was the lower DoJ. We got on the river late (1330 hours) and I was surprised that we didn't see all that many other kayakers taking advantage of the hot summer day. We took out at 1730 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Galena (07052500)
Discharge: 272
Height: 4.13
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Galena (07052500)<br />Discharge: 272<br />Height: 4.13
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2008-07-12 OK Kiamichi River Tuskahoma Bridge US 271 Total trip distance: 6.7 miles6.7 Low Fair KSB
GSF
LSF
CCF
KSB, GSF, LSF, CCF
East, Mitch
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Rose, Nick
East, Mitch; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Rose, Nick
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Clayton (07335790)
Discharge: 24
Height: 3.40
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Clayton (07335790)<br />Discharge: 24<br />Height: 3.40
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-05-19 OK Kiamichi River Tuskahoma Bridge US 271 Total trip distance: 6.7 miles6.7 Low Great KSB
GSF
LSF
CCF
KSB, GSF, LSF, CCF
Cooper, Brook
Cooper, Matt
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Cooper, Brook; Cooper, Matt; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Clayton (07335790)
Discharge: 26
Height: 3.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Clayton (07335790)<br />Discharge: 26<br />Height: 3.44
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-10-11 AR Kings River Rockhouse Trigger Gap Total trip distance: 38.1 miles7.7 Good Fair SMB
RB
LSF
SMB, RB, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Ligon, Day
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Ligon, Day
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Berryville (07050500)
Discharge: 111
Height: 3.08
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Berryville (07050500)<br />Discharge: 111<br />Height: 3.08
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-10-12 AR Kings River Trigger Gap US 62 (B) Total trip distance: 38.1 miles6.2 Good Fair SMB
KSB
RB
LSF
SMB, KSB, RB,LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Ligon, Day
Thompson, Denise
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Ligon, Day; Thompson, Denise
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Berryville (07050500)
Discharge: 104
Height: 3.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Berryville (07050500)<br />Discharge: 104<br />Height: 3.05
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-10-13 AR Kings River US 62 Grandview Bridge Total trip distance: 38.1 miles10.0 Good Good SMB
KSB
RB
LSF
SMB, KSB, RB,LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Berryville (07050500)
Discharge: 84
Height: 2.95
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Berryville (07050500)<br />Discharge: 84<br />Height: 2.95
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-10-14 AR Kings River Grandveiw Bridge Stoney Point (A) Total trip distance: 38.1 miles9.1 Good Great SMB
KSB
RB
BLG
LSF
SMB, KSB, RB,BLG, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Berryville (07050500)
Discharge: 69
Height: 2.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Berryville (07050500)<br />Discharge: 69<br />Height: 2.86
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-10-15 AR Kings River Stoney Point (A) Romp Hole Total trip distance: 38.1 miles5.1 Good Good SMB
KSB
RB
BLG
LSF
SMB, KSB, RB,BLG, LSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Berryville (07050500)
Discharge: 67
Height: 2.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Berryville (07050500)<br />Discharge: 67<br />Height: 2.85
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2020-05-06 MO Little Niangua River Cedar Camp Banister Hollow Total trip distance: 3.7 miles3.7 Good None NoneNone Bacorn, Benjamin
Bacorn, Nathan
Bacorn, Tausha
Fletcher, Joshua
Fletcher, Stacey
Ingram, Annabelle
Ingram, Eric
Ingram, EJ
Ingram, Shaundra
Bacorn, Benjamin; Bacorn, Nathan; Bacorn, Tausha; Fletcher, Joshua; Fletcher, Stacey; Ingram, Annabelle; Ingram, Eric; Ingram, EJ; Ingram, Shaundra
The CFS was 311 and depth was 6.2. It was perfect for kayaking with little debris and no dragging. There are some beautiful caves up on the left around a big bend before you reach conservation land that you can go in and explore!The CFS was 311 and depth was 6.2. It was perfect for kayaking with little debris and no dragging. There are some beautiful caves up on the left around a big bend before you reach conservation land that you can go in and explore! USGS Gauge Data:
Macks Creek (06925250)
Discharge: 288
Height: 5.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Macks Creek (06925250)<br />Discharge: 288<br />Height: 5.86
Source: IngramSource: Ingram
Click for details2011-07-10 MO Little Piney Creek Newburg Gasconade River Total trip distance: 6.0 miles4.8 Low None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
This was Julian's first float trip. Many areas could have been attempted, especially with a kayak, but we were cautious.This was Julian's first float trip.  Many areas could have been attempted, especially with a kayak, but we were cautious. USGS Gauge Data:
Newburg (06932000)
Discharge: 114
Height: 2.32
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Newburg (06932000)<br />Discharge: 114<br />Height: 2.32
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2008-07-06 MO Little Sac River FR 115 Morrisville Road Total trip distance: 5.4 miles5.4 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 288
Height: 3.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 288<br />Height: 3.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2009-07-03 MO Little Sac River Morrisville Road MO 215 Total trip distance: 6.1 miles6.1 Low None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 53
Height: 2.69
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 53<br />Height: 2.69
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2011-04-17 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 54 Total trip distance: 3.4 miles3.4 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian
Collected some Sagittaria seed along here somewhere. About 1500 to 1900 hours.Collected some Sagittaria seed along here somewhere. About 1500 to 1900 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 239
Height: 3.28
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 239<br />Height: 3.28
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2011-05-29 MO Little Sac River FR 54 Rt BB Total trip distance: 9.2 miles9.2 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
Bald eagles, kingfishers, warblers, buzzards all seen along the river. The periodical cicadas heard while out, especially along Flint Hill (ridge). River was in good shape with some exciting riffles and good flow. About 1100-1500 hours.Bald eagles, kingfishers, warblers, buzzards all seen along the river. The periodical cicadas heard while out, especially along Flint Hill (ridge). River was in good shape with some exciting riffles and good flow. About 1100-1500 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 435
Height: 4.07
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 435<br />Height: 4.07
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2013-06-08 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, BrianEdmond, Brian Some log jams, a few places impossible to boat through (but still enough water to paddle around). I wouldn't want to do this stretch much lower than this. On water at 1330, off at 2000 with some stops.Some log jams, a few places impossible to boat through (but still enough water to paddle around). I wouldn't want to do this stretch much lower than this. On water at 1330, off at 2000 with some stops. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 361
Height: 3.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 361<br />Height: 3.41
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-03-29 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 Good Poor NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Ligon, Day
Edmond, Brian; Ligon, Day
The day started out with a south wind. By 1600 hours, the wind had shifted to the north and slowed our progress in several still pools. With experienced paddlers, this river level and even higher could be attempted even in a canoe. It's probably not a good trip for novices or children.The day started out with a south wind. By 1600 hours, the wind had shifted to the north and slowed our progress in several still pools. With experienced paddlers, this river level and even higher could be attempted even in a canoe. It's probably not a good trip for novices or children. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 367
Height: 3.67
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 367<br />Height: 3.67
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-05-14 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 Good Poor NoneNone Edmond, BrianEdmond, Brian The water level was nearly perfect for a good trip. There were several obstacles along this stretch, but all could be cleared fairly easily (except one very large sycamore tree across the river). I think a canoe could fairly easily make this trip, although the put in and takeout are not very convenient.The water level was nearly perfect for a good trip. There were several obstacles along this stretch, but all could be cleared fairly easily (except one very large sycamore tree across the river). I think a canoe could fairly easily make this trip, although the put in and takeout are not very convenient. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 408
Height: 3.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 408<br />Height: 3.44
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-05-20 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
The river was high and murky, almost muddy. Most obstacles could be avoided but one totally swamped me out. I lost my glasses, hat, and GoPro. Several places had substantial haystacks but none of these were problematic. This stretch would benefit from some cleanup when the water is lower.The river was high and murky, almost muddy. Most obstacles could be avoided but one totally swamped me out. I lost my glasses, hat, and GoPro. Several places had substantial haystacks but none of these were problematic. This stretch would benefit from some cleanup when the water is lower. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 1530
Height: 6.68
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 1530<br />Height: 6.68
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-05-29 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 Good Poor NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Arnold, Al
Fillmer, Lawrence
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Arnold, Al; Fillmer, Lawrence; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom
We got in at exactly 1100 hours and reached the take-out point at 1730. The water level was at a near perfect CFS rate, as one would have to try to get stuck on shallow gravel areas. An extra 100 CFS would make the river condition ideal, with lots of spots having fun riffles with small standing rolling waves. There are several trees that need a chainsaw taken to them to make this section completely trouble free for the average newbie kayaker.We got in at exactly 1100 hours and reached the take-out point at 1730. The water level was at a near perfect CFS rate, as one would have to try to get stuck on shallow gravel areas. An extra 100 CFS would make the river condition ideal, with lots of spots having fun riffles with small standing rolling waves. There are several trees that need a chainsaw taken to them to make this section completely trouble free for the average newbie kayaker. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 458
Height: 3.63
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 458<br />Height: 3.63
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-02-13 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 Good Poor NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This water level was nearly perfect for paddling. Even the few still pools along this stretch were moving. There are several places in this stretch that were difficult to navigate. A spring trip with a chainsaw would help clear many of these up.This water level was nearly perfect for paddling. Even the few still pools along this stretch were moving. There are several places in this stretch that were difficult to navigate. A spring trip with a chainsaw would help clear many of these up. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 526
Height: 3.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 526<br />Height: 3.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-05-05 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 High None NoneNone Edmond, BrianEdmond, Brian The water level was high but not dangerously so. The water was still murky from the recent floods. Some previously blocked areas have been cleared after the floods and new ones created.The water level was high but not dangerously so. The water was still murky from the recent floods. Some previously blocked areas have been cleared after the floods and new ones created. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 920
Height: 4.64
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 920<br />Height: 4.64
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-03-28 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 115 Total trip distance: 11.7 miles11.7 High Poor NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Chesnutt, Ethan
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Chesnutt, Ethan; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
The water was high and murky. There were no dangerous obstacles on this stretch but some places were appropriately tricky for any wild river. The wind was troublesome. At times, the south or southwest wind was blowing directly into our faces despite our northward trajectory. This resulted in lost time and an unusual amount of corrective paddling which wore us out for such a long trip, despite the fast current.The water was high and murky. There were no dangerous obstacles on this stretch but some places were appropriately tricky for any wild river. The wind was troublesome. At times, the south or southwest wind was blowing directly into our faces despite our northward trajectory. This resulted in lost time and an unusual amount of corrective paddling which wore us out for such a long trip, despite the fast current. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 799
Height: 4.40
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 799<br />Height: 4.40
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-05-01 MO Little Sac River Rt O FR 105 Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good None NoneNone Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian
This was a great half-day float (we started at 1300 hours) and spent the whole afternoon on the river. We collected a couple of feed sacks full of Scouring Rush to plant along the creek banks at my house. The place we took the boats out was along FR 105 at the rip-rap and it was a hassle. I didn't check out the little spit of land just beyond here that has road access. I don't recall a place where you can haul out boats but it deserves further inspection.This was a great half-day float (we started at 1300 hours) and spent the whole afternoon on the river. We collected a couple of feed sacks full of Scouring Rush to plant along the creek banks at my house. The place we took the boats out was along FR 105 at the rip-rap and it was a hassle. I didn't check out the little spit of land just beyond here that has road access. I don't recall a place where you can haul out boats but it deserves further inspection. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 629
Height: 3.98
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 629<br />Height: 3.98
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-05-10 MO Little Sac River FR 129 Rt O Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 Good Poor FWDFWD Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Brumfield, Josh
Brumfield, Rachel
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Brumfield, Josh; Brumfield, Rachel; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 409
Height: 3.39
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 409<br />Height: 3.39
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-06-13 MO Little Sac River FR 115 Morrisville Road Total trip distance: 5.4 miles5.4 Good None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Edmond, Brian
Turk, Scott
Arnold, Al; Edmond, Brian; Turk, Scott
This section of the river is very challenging for the first mile, where the stream is braided and filled with log jams. We had a long portage through a pasture at the very beginning and a few places where we had to get out of our boats and make our way across logs. There were also several downed trees where short portages or tricky and creative maneuvers were required to push through. After the first mile, the river opened up and was fine most of the way.This section of the river is very challenging for the first mile, where the stream is braided and filled with log jams. We had a long portage through a pasture at the very beginning and a few places where we had to get out of our boats and make our way across logs. There were also several downed trees where short portages or tricky and creative maneuvers were required to push through. After the first mile, the river opened up and was fine most of the way. USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 353
Height: 3.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 353<br />Height: 3.23
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-12-30 MO Little Sac River Taylor Bridge Taylor Bridge Total trip distance: 5.8 miles5.8 Low Poor NoneNone Barton, AdamBarton, Adam 60 degrees in December = a trip to the river.... Float/dragged the yak from Taylor Bridge up to the confluence with Slagle Creek and back to coax a winter walleye out of the river. Did not see a single fish, but did have some great wildlife viewing thanks to a bald eagle and a handful of fox squirrels. The trip back down to the bridge was pleasant with no wind and just the sounds of nature serving as accompaniment throughout the river valley60 degrees in December = a trip to the river.... Float/dragged the yak from Taylor Bridge up to the confluence with Slagle Creek and back to coax a winter walleye out of the river. Did not see a single fish, but did have some great wildlife viewing thanks to a bald eagle and a handful of fox squirrels. The trip back down to the bridge was pleasant with no wind and just the sounds of nature serving as accompaniment throughout the river valley USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 66
Height: 2.07
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 66<br />Height: 2.07
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2024-06-15 MO Little Sac River FR 125 FR 115 Total trip distance: 13.6 miles13.4 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
We decided to put in above Rt O and found a fantastic place with easy access and plenty of parking. At this water level, it took only 30 minutes to get to Rt O. We dubbed this stretch "Seven Bridges (River) Road" as you encounter seven bridges on this stretch if you count the access points (all of which we paddled under except the first one). This is a "wild" river with no regular maintenance and we saw nobody else on the river with boats, our only human contact being a few tractors, some farmers cleaning up flood damage from last week and, of course, cars traversing some of the seven bridges. There are several whitewater-y drops on this stretch but the most exciting are below Flint Hill Branch, FR 44, and Rt BB. This is probably close to the minimum water level it would take to fully enjoy these as we bumped the bottom in a few places. The water was clear despite the recent flooding. This stretch was pretty technical with several tricky runs and some places where we had to navigate downed trees. Still, we had to get out of our kayaks in only two places, once because of a downed tree we had to scramble over and again at a tricky bend that would have dumped us both. Julian did a fantastic job of navigating several tricky spots with very little guidance. During this trip, we saw two White-tailed Deer, a half dozen Bald Eagles (or the same one staying just ahead of us), at least two pair of Wood Ducks, and countless Great Blue Herons. Turtles, frogs, and snakes were scarce but we saw a few. The find of the trip was four bovine skulls lashed together with a rope. We brought them home, of course, as one does. We started at 1000 hours and finished at 1600 hours with two stops, maybe 15 minutes each. Except for three long, slow pools, the water was moving for most of this stretch. Julian hit 500 river miles on this trip!We decided to put in above Rt O and found a fantastic place with easy access and plenty of parking. At this water level, it took only 30 minutes to get to Rt O. We dubbed this stretch USGS Gauge Data:
Morrisville (06918740)
Discharge: 687
Height: 3.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Morrisville (06918740)<br />Discharge: 687<br />Height: 3.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2008-06-05 IL Mackinaw River Cemetery (1700N South Road) Dee Mac Road Bridge Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 High None NoneNone Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Tina
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Tina
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Congerville (05567500)
Discharge: 3940
Height: 8.95
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Congerville (05567500)<br />Discharge: 3940<br />Height: 8.95
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2024-07-25 MI Manistique River Ten Curves Canoe Northland Outfitters Total trip distance: 6.0 miles6.0 Good None NoneNone Fillmore, Allie
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Jenny
Fillmore, Lizzy
Fillmore, Skylar
Fillmore, Tina
Fillmore, Tristan
Fillmore, Vivien
Fillmore, Allie; Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Jenny; Fillmore, Lizzy; Fillmore, Skylar; Fillmore, Tina; Fillmore, Tristan; Fillmore, Vivien
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Manistique (04056500)
Discharge: 978
Height: 3.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Manistique (04056500)<br />Discharge: 978<br />Height: 3.65
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2020-09-18 MO Marais des Cygnes River Old Town Access Old Town Access Total trip distance: 7.3 miles0.2 Good None NoneNone Bass, Neil
Edmond, Brian
Bass, Neil; Edmond, Brian
We paddled a short stretch of the unchannelized portion of the Marais des Cygnes to set some turtle traps.We paddled a short stretch of the unchannelized portion of the Marais des Cygnes to set some turtle traps. USGS Gauge Data:
State Line (06916600)
Discharge: 112
Height: 3.90
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />State Line (06916600)<br />Discharge: 112<br />Height: 3.90
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-09-19 MO Marais des Cygnes River Old Town Access Old Town Access Total trip distance: 7.3 miles2.3 Good None NoneNone Bass, Neil
Edmond, Brian
Bass, Neil; Edmond, Brian
We checked the turtle traps to find three Red-Eared Sliders and a Common Snapping Turtle. Then we paddled upstream to a blocked channel, back downstream to another blocked channel, and then back upstream again and found a way around the blockage and went further, taking turtle photos along the way.We checked the turtle traps to find three Red-Eared Sliders and a Common Snapping Turtle. Then we paddled upstream to a blocked channel, back downstream to another blocked channel, and then back upstream again and found a way around the blockage and went further, taking turtle photos along the way. USGS Gauge Data:
State Line (06916600)
Discharge: 88
Height: 3.85
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />State Line (06916600)<br />Discharge: 88<br />Height: 3.85
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-07-26 OH Maumee River Jim Herber's House Antwerp Park Total trip distance: 7.8 miles7.8 Good Fair FWDFWD Denny, Dan
Fillmore, Brian
Wann, Dolly
Denny, Dan; Fillmore, Brian; Wann, Dolly
Great float with Mom and cousin Dan. Caught 4 Freshwater Drum (FWD) and lost the biggest flathead catfish I've ever hooked, 25+ lbs at least. Put in at N41.168650 W84.789264.Great float with Mom and cousin Dan. Caught 4 Freshwater Drum (FWD) and lost the biggest flathead catfish I've ever hooked, 25+ lbs at least. Put in at N41.168650 W84.789264. USGS Gauge Data:
Antwerp (04183500)
Discharge: 187
Height: 5.80
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Antwerp (04183500)<br />Discharge: 187<br />Height: 5.80
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-11-15 OH Maumee River Jim Herber's House Antwerp Park Total trip distance: 7.8 miles7.8 Good Poor NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Schooley, Jason
Fillmore, Brian; Schooley, Jason
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Antwerp (04183500)
Discharge: 372
Height: 6.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Antwerp (04183500)<br />Discharge: 372<br />Height: 6.44
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2024-07-27 OH Maumee River Folders Bridge Cecil Bridge Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good None NoneNone Denny, Dan
Fillmore, Allie
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Jenny
Fillmore, Tristan
Fillmore, Vivien
Schooley, Jason
Denny, Dan; Fillmore, Allie; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Jenny; Fillmore, Tristan; Fillmore, Vivien; Schooley, Jason
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Antwerp (04183500)
Discharge: 213
Height: 6.03
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Antwerp (04183500)<br />Discharge: 213<br />Height: 6.03
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details1994-07-06 OR McKenzie River Forest Glen Finn Rock Total trip distance: 3.4 miles3.4 Good Poor RT
WF
RT, WF
Beatty, Joseph
Edmond, Brian
Beatty, Joseph; Edmond, Brian
Driftboat trip. Rainbow trout and whitefish (both about 8" TL) were caught. Steelhead have been caught here but we didn't get any today.Driftboat trip. Rainbow trout and whitefish (both about 8 No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2002-07-27 MO Meramec River Scott's Ford Indian Springs Total trip distance: 5.9 miles5.9 Good None NoneNone Brown, Les
Edmond, Brian
Grote, Bob
Wendell, David
Brown, Les; Edmond, Brian; Grote, Bob; Wendell, David
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Sullivan (07014500)
Discharge: 483
Height: 2.94
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sullivan (07014500)<br />Discharge: 483<br />Height: 2.94
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2005-06-25 MO Meramec River Scott's Ford Indian Springs Total trip distance: 5.9 miles5.9 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Grote, Bob
Grote, Brandy
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Seth
Edmond, Brian; Grote, Bob; Grote, Brandy; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Seth
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Sullivan (07014500)
Discharge: 294
Height: 2.01
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sullivan (07014500)<br />Discharge: 294<br />Height: 2.01
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2006-06-24 MO Meramec River Bluffs Ozark Outdoors Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Alderson, Daniel
Blackford, Alicia
Blackford, Eric
Edmond, Brent
Edmond, Brian
Grote, Bob
Grote, Brandy
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Jerri Ann
Ince, Seth
Perkins, Jenna
Smith, Andy
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Todd
Alderson, Daniel; Blackford, Alicia; Blackford, Eric; Edmond, Brent; Edmond, Brian; Grote, Bob; Grote, Brandy; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Jerri Ann; Ince, Seth; Perkins, Jenna; Smith, Andy; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Todd
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Sullivan (07014500)
Discharge: 341
Height: 2.32
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sullivan (07014500)<br />Discharge: 341<br />Height: 2.32
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-08-25 MO Meramec River Huzzah Creek Ozark Outdoors Total trip distance: 3.8 miles2.5 Low None NoneNone Alderson, Daniel
Caldwell, Justin
Edmond, Brian
Filson, Nathan
Ince, Seth
Luebrecht, Michael
Luebrecht, Ryan
Scherder, Travis
Smith, Andy
Alderson, Daniel; Caldwell, Justin; Edmond, Brian; Filson, Nathan; Ince, Seth; Luebrecht, Michael; Luebrecht, Ryan; Scherder, Travis; Smith, Andy
The Bull Float Trip. Boats were often packed together so tightly, they were touching. Although low, the river was still floatable and we didn't drag too many times.The Bull Float Trip.  Boats were often packed together so tightly, they were touching.  Although low, the river was still floatable and we didn't drag too many times. USGS Gauge Data:
Sullivan (07014500)
Discharge: 238
Height: 2.00
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sullivan (07014500)<br />Discharge: 238<br />Height: 2.00
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-08-21 MO Meramec River Red Horse MO 47 Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good None NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Camryn
Grote, Chase
Grote, Hannah
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Amburn, Andrea; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Camryn; Grote, Chase; Grote, Hannah; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa
We floated this section of the river in order to gain access to a good gravel bar to view the total solar eclipse. The water level was good and the water itself was mostly clear and cool. We stopped at N38.30272237 W90.90611617 to view the eclipse.We floated this section of the river in order to gain access to a good gravel bar to view the total solar eclipse. The water level was good and the water itself was mostly clear and cool. We stopped at N38.30272237 W90.90611617 to view the eclipse. USGS Gauge Data:
Sullivan (07014500)
Discharge: 543
Height: 3.73
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sullivan (07014500)<br />Discharge: 543<br />Height: 3.73
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-09-10 MO Meramec River Campbell Bridge Blue Springs Creek Total trip distance: 5.0 miles5.0 Good None NoneNone Alwood, Derek
Alwood, Kelly
Jacob, Izzy
Folsom, Nevaeh
Alwood, Derek; Alwood, Kelly; Jacob, Izzy; Folsom, Nevaeh
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Sullivan (07014500)
Discharge: 506
Height: 3.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sullivan (07014500)<br />Discharge: 506<br />Height: 3.29
Source: AlwoodSource: Alwood
Click for details2021-11-13 IA Middle Raccoon River Milo Ray Shearer Total trip distance: 5.5 miles5.5 Low None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Water level okay for experienced solo paddlers. Panora gauge: 3.6 ft3/s, 4.19ftWater level okay for experienced solo paddlers. Panora gauge: 3.6 ft3/s, 4.19ft USGS Gauge Data:
Panora (05483600)
Discharge: 57
Height: 4.19
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Panora (05483600)<br />Discharge: 57<br />Height: 4.19
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-05-06 IA Middle Raccoon River Cowels Marlowe Ray (A) Total trip distance: 18.6 miles2.3 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip River trip day 1 of 4. Canoe camp above Marlowe Ray access.River trip day 1 of 4. Canoe camp above Marlowe Ray access. USGS Gauge Data:
Panora (05483600)
Discharge: 415
Height: 5.07
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Panora (05483600)<br />Discharge: 415<br />Height: 5.07
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-05-07 IA Middle Raccoon River Marlowe Ray (A) Marlowe Ray (A) Total trip distance: 18.6 miles14.0 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip River trip day 2 of 4. Upstream to Panora and back to canoe camp above Marlowe Ray access. Mileage is round trip. Day 3 was layover.River trip day 2 of 4. Upstream to Panora and back to canoe camp above Marlowe Ray access. Mileage is round trip. Day 3 was layover. USGS Gauge Data:
Panora (05483600)
Discharge: 351
Height: 4.95
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Panora (05483600)<br />Discharge: 351<br />Height: 4.95
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2022-05-09 IA Middle Raccoon River Marlowe Ray (A) Cowels Total trip distance: 18.6 miles2.3 Good None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip River trip day 4 of 4. Downstream from canoe camp above Marlowe Ray access. Day 3 was layover.River trip day 4 of 4. Downstream from canoe camp above Marlowe Ray access. Day 3 was layover. USGS Gauge Data:
Panora (05483600)
Discharge: 356
Height: 4.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Panora (05483600)<br />Discharge: 356<br />Height: 4.96
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2021-11-20 IA Middle River Pammel State Park Pammel State Park Total trip distance: 3.3 miles3.3 Low None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip Solo up and back, no access at Harmon Avenue. Indianola gauge 88.1 ft3/min, 7.35 ft.Solo up and back, no access at Harmon Avenue. Indianola gauge 88.1 ft3/min, 7.35 ft. USGS Gauge Data:
Indianola (05486490)
Discharge: 75
Height: 7.35
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Indianola (05486490)<br />Discharge: 75<br />Height: 7.35
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2014-07-30 MO Mississippi River Saverton Du Pont Total trip distance: 6.5 miles6.5 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Ballard, Paige
Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ballard, Christina; Ballard, Paige; Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
The river was choppy from open gates at Saverton and wind in the main channel. Once we reached Gilbert Chute, the current was steady and the wind and choppy waters subsided.The river was choppy from open gates at Saverton and wind in the main channel. Once we reached Gilbert Chute, the current was steady and the wind and choppy waters subsided. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-06-10 MO Mississippi River Salt River Louisiana Total trip distance: 6.2 miles1.6 Good Poor NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Camryn
Grote, Chase
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Storts, Amy Jo
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Camryn; Grote, Chase; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt; Storts, Amy Jo
The current was steady and reliable on this leg of the trip.The current was steady and reliable on this leg of the trip. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-05-07 MO Missouri River Ponca SP, N Unit Access Ponca SP, Campground Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Peterson, Jackie
Turner, Skip
Peterson, Jackie; Turner, Skip
Easy float - 2 hours.Easy float - 2 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Sioux City (06486000)
Discharge: 33500
Height: 13.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Sioux City (06486000)<br />Discharge: 33500<br />Height: 13.06
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2003-07-06 OK Mountain Fork River Rereg Dam US 70 Total trip distance: 3.2 miles3.2 Good None NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Wann, Denny
Fillmore, Brian; Wann, Denny
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Eagleville (07339000)
Discharge: 363
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Eagleville (07339000)<br />Discharge: 363<br />Height:
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2007-05-27 OK Mountain Fork River Eagle Creek Bridge (Smithville) The Narrows Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Fair SMB
GSF
SMB, GSF
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Javorsek, Rachie
Durand
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Javorsek, Rachie; Durand
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Smithville (07338750)
Discharge: 76
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Smithville (07338750)<br />Discharge: 76<br />Height:
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2008-07-26 OK Mountain Fork River Eagle Creek Bridge (Smithville) The Narrows Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Poor Poor GSF
LSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, SMB
East, Mitch
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
East, Mitch; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Smithville (07338750)
Discharge: 6
Height: 6.00
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Smithville (07338750)<br />Discharge: 6<br />Height: 6.00
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2012-04-28 OK Mountain Fork River Eagle Creek Bridge (Smithville) The Narrows Total trip distance: 6.2 miles6.2 Good Fair GSF
LSF
SMB
GSF, LSF, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Smithville (07338750)
Discharge: 64
Height: 6.93
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Smithville (07338750)<br />Discharge: 64<br />Height: 6.93
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2001-06-09 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Ho Humm Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2002-09-07 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Ho Humm Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Caldwell, Tamara
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Ince, Brianne
Ince, Seth
Smith, Andy
Caldwell, Tamara; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Ince, Brianne; Ince, Seth; Smith, Andy
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2003-06-14 MO Niangua River Fort Niangua Rendezvous Total trip distance: 14.1 miles14.1 High None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
UU Church Group
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; UU Church Group
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2004-05-08 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Ho Humm Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Ince, Seth
Edmond, Brian; Ince, Seth
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2006-06-11 MO Niangua River Fort Niangua NRO Total trip distance: 9.3 miles9.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Ince, Brianne
Edmond, Brian; Ince, Brianne
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2006-07-08 MO Niangua River NRO Rendezvous Total trip distance: 4.8 miles4.8 Good None NoneNone Breshears, Julie
Edmond, Brian
Breshears, Julie; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-07-30 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Ho Humm Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 47
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 47<br />Height:
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2008-06-10 MO Niangua River Moon Valley NRO Total trip distance: 10.8 miles10.8 High None NoneNone Bowe, Ann
Bowe, Michelle
Bowe, Mike
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Bowe, Ann; Bowe, Michelle; Bowe, Mike; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
We took a six-person raft down the river.We took a six-person raft down the river. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 617
Height: 3.66
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 617<br />Height: 3.66
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2009-07-10 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring NRO Total trip distance: 2.9 miles2.9 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Smith, Andy
Smith, Brianne
Smith, Keegan
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Smith, Andy; Smith, Brianne; Smith, Keegan
There were so many people on the river today that it was dangerous to float.There were so many people on the river today that it was dangerous to float. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 77
Height: 1.38
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 77<br />Height: 1.38
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-03-18 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adelia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elicia
Ligon, Elseya
Smith, Brianne
Smith, Keegan
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adelia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elicia; Ligon, Elseya; Smith, Brianne; Smith, Keegan
Lots of wildflowers seen on this trip. Returned to the put in about 1900 hours.Lots of wildflowers seen on this trip. Returned to the put in about 1900 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 107
Height: 1.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 107<br />Height: 1.77
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2013-11-10 MO Niangua River Moon Valley Bennett Spring Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Great SMB
KSB
SMB, KSB
Edmond, Brian
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Ligon, Day
Edmond, Brian; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Ligon, Day
Floating was perfect, with only one brief portage through a riffle because we took the wrong channel.Floating was perfect, with only one brief portage through a riffle because we took the wrong channel. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 138
Height: 2.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 138<br />Height: 2.44
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-07-15 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good Fair RBRB Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Frese, Garrison
Frese, Heather
Frese, Justus
Frese, Paul
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Frese, Garrison; Frese, Heather; Frese, Justus; Frese, Paul
The day started with several groups on the river but they quickly outpaced us leaving us mostly alone, particularly after NRO. One gentleman at an access point just upstream from our takeout was particularly entertaining with storytelling and an accent that was typical for the area.The day started with several groups on the river but they quickly outpaced us leaving us mostly alone, particularly after NRO. One gentleman at an access point just upstream from our takeout was particularly entertaining with storytelling and an accent that was typical for the area. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 43
Height: 1.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 43<br />Height: 1.53
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-01-18 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya
Some parts of the river were low but we never had to get out to portage. Very few if any tricky areas. This is a great float for beginners and kids.Some parts of the river were low but we never had to get out to portage. Very few if any tricky areas. This is a great float for beginners and kids. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 84
Height: 1.96
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 84<br />Height: 1.96
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-06-15 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Brandy
Grote, Camryn
Grote, Chase
Grote, Hannah
Lichtenberg, Brady
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Kaleb
Storts, Kylie Jo
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Brandy; Grote, Camryn; Grote, Chase; Grote, Hannah; Lichtenberg, Brady; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Kaleb; Storts, Kylie Jo
The water was a bit higher and murkier than in previous trips. There were no major obstacles of concern in this stretch.The water was a bit higher and murkier than in previous trips. There were no major obstacles of concern in this stretch. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 332
Height: 2.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 332<br />Height: 2.86
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-17 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Grote, Jordan
Williamson, Amelia
Williamson, Charlie
Williamson, Lucy
Williamson, Myki
Edmond, Brian; Grote, Jordan; Williamson, Amelia; Williamson, Charlie; Williamson, Lucy; Williamson, Myki
The river was high but not dangerously so. We easily finished this stretch in about four hours, even with several stops to swim and explore.The river was high but not dangerously so. We easily finished this stretch in about four hours, even with several stops to swim and explore. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 515
Height: 3.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 515<br />Height: 3.53
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-01-30 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good Poor LMBLMB Arnold, Al
Edmond, Brian
Arnold, Al; Edmond, Brian
Several people were fly fishing and one couple in kayaks caught their limit in trout. Several people were fly fishing and one couple in kayaks caught their limit in trout. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 178
Height: 2.40
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 178<br />Height: 2.40
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-02-19 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good Poor RBRB Arnold, Al
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Arnold, Al; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
The winds were high this day, making paddling difficult in places. Although the spring keeps this river floatable, the water level was noticeably low in several places.The winds were high this day, making paddling difficult in places. Although the spring keeps this river floatable, the water level was noticeably low in several places. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 97
Height: 1.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 97<br />Height: 1.86
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-06-17 MO Niangua River Barclay Lead Mines Total trip distance: 17.8 miles17.8 High None NoneNone Arnold, Al
Davis, Reva
Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Flat Tom
Arnold, Al; Davis, Reva; Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe; Flat Tom
The gauge information is misleading here. The standard is to choose the value at noon on the day of the trip, but it's clear from our observations that we were riding the flood crest at least part of the day (and the Windyville gauge is quite a ways upstream from this stretch of river). When we reached Lead Mines, the gravel bar where we left the truck was flooded and nearly stranded us until the water receded. Originally, we planned to put in at Prosperine but decided we could float the stretch between Barclay and Prosperine faster than doing the long shuttle to the other side of the river. I'm not sure that was actually true but it certainly wasn't a huge difference in time.The gauge information is misleading here. The standard is to choose the value at noon on the day of the trip, but it's clear from our observations that we were riding the flood crest at least part of the day (and the Windyville gauge is quite a ways upstream from this stretch of river). When we reached Lead Mines, the gravel bar where we left the truck was flooded and nearly stranded us until the water receded. Originally, we planned to put in at Prosperine but decided we could float the stretch between Barclay and Prosperine faster than doing the long shuttle to the other side of the river. I'm not sure that was actually true but it certainly wasn't a huge difference in time. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 257
Height: 3.06
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 257<br />Height: 3.06
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-10-15 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good Poor RT
SMB
RT, SMB
Davis, Reva
Eth, Joe
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
Davis, Reva; Eth, Joe; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya
This was a good float with a strong south wind, luckily at our backs most of the day. I saw several snakes in or at the edge of the water not marked on the log because I couldn't positively identify them. There were a few places where we dragged, but nothing was unmanageable.This was a good float with a strong south wind, luckily at our backs most of the day. I saw several snakes in or at the edge of the water not marked on the log because I couldn't positively identify them. There were a few places where we dragged, but nothing was unmanageable. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 64
Height: 1.73
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 64<br />Height: 1.73
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-12-02 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Low Poor RTRT Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Fillmer, Lawrence
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Ligon, Day
Sardina, Krissy
Shelly, Marc
Travers, Gina
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Fillmer, Lawrence; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Ligon, Day; Sardina, Krissy; Shelly, Marc; Travers, Gina; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The water level was pretty low but most areas were navigable. At least a few spots required a short portage or the boats dragged some or a lot (especially the canoes). This was a fishing crew and there was very little caught (just two trout) during the entire day. This stretch is not long but with the short days and the low, slow water, we had to keep moving to make it off the water before dark.The water level was pretty low but most areas were navigable. At least a few spots required a short portage or the boats dragged some or a lot (especially the canoes). This was a fishing crew and there was very little caught (just two trout) during the entire day. This stretch is not long but with the short days and the low, slow water, we had to keep moving to make it off the water before dark. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 36
Height: 0.88
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 36<br />Height: 0.88
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-01-05 MO Niangua River Moon Valley Bennett Spring Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Poor NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Casey, Libra
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Jones, Marianne
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Casey, Libra; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Jones, Marianne; Van Someren, Tom
This stretch of the river is very scenic. Libby got caught up behind one log jam and tipped into the water. Other than that, this is a pretty easy stretch.This stretch of the river is very scenic. Libby got caught up behind one log jam and tipped into the water. Other than that, this is a pretty easy stretch. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 0
Height: 2.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 2.60
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-03-29 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 High None NoneNone Ingram, Annabelle
Ingram, EJ
Ingram, Eric
Ingram, Isaac
Ingram, Shaundra
Fletcher, JJ
Fletcher, Jacey
Fletcher, Jaxson
Fletcher, John Luke
Fletcher, Joshua
Fletcher, Stacey
Ingram, Annabelle; Ingram, EJ; Ingram, Eric; Ingram, Isaac; Ingram, Shaundra; Fletcher, JJ; Fletcher, Jacey; Fletcher, Jaxson; Fletcher, John Luke; Fletcher, Joshua; Fletcher, Stacey
The CFS was 634 and height was 3.04. Nobody else was on the river, minimal debris, made the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes!The CFS was 634 and height was 3.04. Nobody else was on the river, minimal debris, made the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes! USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 749
Height: 3.04
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 749<br />Height: 3.04
Source: IngramSource: Ingram
Click for details2020-07-18 MO Niangua River Sand Springs Barclay Total trip distance: 6.6 miles6.6 Good None NoneNone Caldwell, Marty
Comstock, Russell
Caldwell, Marty; Comstock, Russell
Great kayaking float! Water year round is 56 degrees and clear. Didn’t drag at all! Average height was 1.05. There are plenty gravel bars to pull off and hang out with other outdoor water folk. We used Majestic Views Outfitters. They are the best Outfitters I have ever done business with. Directions: They do not have a sign to tell you where to turn (they are working on that), but if you're coming from Lebanon on MO 64, after you cross over the Niangua River bridge, they are down the dirt road on your right. If coming from Joplin on MO 64, after you pass Sandy Springs Resort, it's the dirt road on your left before you cross the bridge. Pull down and park at the first section where you see the water access, vans and people getting in the water. If you get lost, call Barbie at Majestic Views Outfitters, she is more than helpful getting you there.Great kayaking float! Water year round is 56 degrees and clear. Didn’t drag at all! Average height was 1.05. There are plenty gravel bars to pull off and hang out with other outdoor water folk. We used Majestic Views Outfitters. They are the best Outfitters I have ever done business with.
Directions: They do not have a sign to tell you where to turn (they are working on that), but if you're coming from Lebanon on MO 64, after you cross over the Niangua River bridge, they are down the dirt road on your right. If coming from Joplin on MO 64, after you pass Sandy Springs Resort, it's the dirt road on your left before you cross the bridge. Pull down and park at the first section where you see the water access, vans and people getting in the water. If you get lost, call Barbie at Majestic Views Outfitters, she is more than helpful getting you there. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 80
Height: 1.00
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 80<br />Height: 1.00
Source: CaldwellSource: Caldwell
Click for details2020-08-06 MO Niangua River Moon Valley Bennett Spring Total trip distance: 7.5 miles7.5 Good Poor SMBSMB Feistner, J
Feistner, S
Schroeppel, B
Schroeppel, K
Feistner, J; Feistner, S; Schroeppel, B; Schroeppel, K
Water level was acceptable. River has long quiet pools, followed by rock and gravel riffles. With lower flows you may find yourself dragging excessively or walking at some of the rock riffles, shallow split channels, and where there are downed trees. Had to portage just before Hildebrand Bluff due to a log jam completely obstructing the right channel and a couple of small trees obstructing the smaller, left channel. According to another floater, this area has been an issue for quite some time, so it is unlikely that vendors put in at Moon Valley, or they would have removed at least the small trees blocking the channel. Quiet, scenic and enjoyable float on a Thursday. Two other kayaks seen on the river and a few fisherman above the park.Water level was acceptable. River has long quiet pools, followed by rock and gravel riffles. With lower flows you may find yourself dragging excessively or walking at some of the rock riffles, shallow split channels, and where there are downed trees. Had to portage just before Hildebrand Bluff due to a log jam completely obstructing the right channel and a couple of small trees obstructing the smaller, left channel. According to another floater, this area has been an issue for quite some time, so it is unlikely that vendors put in at Moon Valley, or they would have removed at least the small trees blocking the channel. Quiet, scenic and enjoyable float on a Thursday. Two other kayaks seen on the river and a few fisherman above the park. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 79
Height: 1.17
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 79<br />Height: 1.17
Source: FeistnerSource: Feistner
Click for details2021-06-19 MO Niangua River Moon Valley Bennett Spring Total trip distance: 7.9 miles7.9 Good Good GSF
SMB
GSF, SMB
Barton, Adam Barton, ScottBarton, Adam
Barton, Scott We were on the river by 6:45am and had it to ourselves until we got close to Bennett Spring. The is a huge log jam about 1.5 miles downstream of Moon Valley that created a secondary channel and resulted in a 20 minute detour with a few portages. We dragged on about half the riffles, so I would not want to float this section at too much lower of a level. Several deep long pools exist in this section, which would be great for fishing on a cooler day. Overall the fishing was excellent between 7:00am-9:00am, but lowly tapered off as the day warmed up. The water was murkier than usual which was odd given the river level. Once we reached where Bennett Spring Branch discharges into the river, the water cleared up and felt amazing to swim in.We were on the river by 6:45am and had it to ourselves until we got close to Bennett Spring. The is a huge log jam about 1.5 miles downstream of Moon Valley that created a secondary channel and resulted in a 20 minute detour with a few portages. We dragged on about half the riffles, so I would not want to float this section at too much lower of a level. Several deep long pools exist in this section, which would be great for fishing on a cooler day. Overall the fishing was excellent between 7:00am-9:00am, but lowly tapered off as the day warmed up. The water was murkier than usual which was odd given the river level. Once we reached where Bennett Spring Branch discharges into the river, the water cleared up and felt amazing to swim in. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 149
Height: 1.29
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 149<br />Height: 1.29
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2021-10-10 MO Niangua River Bennett Spring Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good Poor NoneNone Arnold, Al
Blaisdell, Beth
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Arnold, Al; Blaisdell, Beth; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This stretch was surprisingly busy for so late in the season. But, the temperatures were really warm and the day was fantastic. There was a strong south wind blowing mostly at our backs but it was a problem a few times. This was Beth's first paddling trip with us. It will be the first of many, I'm sure!This stretch was surprisingly busy for so late in the season. But, the temperatures were really warm and the day was fantastic. There was a strong south wind blowing mostly at our backs but it was a problem a few times. This was Beth's first paddling trip with us. It will be the first of many, I'm sure! USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 56
Height: 0.93
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 56<br />Height: 0.93
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2023-02-12 MO Niangua River Bennett Springs Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good Fair RTRT Henly, Bob
Henley, Cindy
Ryan, JP
Henly, Bob; Henley, Cindy; Ryan, JP
Four Brown Trout as well as Rainbows. Great Flow for a Float. Two immature eagles. Nobody else on our stretch of the Niangua. Cindy found "ancient" glass as well as all four colors, green, blue, white, and red.Four Brown Trout as well as Rainbows. Great Flow for a Float. Two immature eagles. Nobody else on our stretch of the Niangua. Cindy found USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 262
Height: 2.14
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 262<br />Height: 2.14
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2024-06-05 MO Niangua River Bennett Springs Barclay Total trip distance: 6.3 miles6.3 Good None NoneNone Acharya, Sree
Arnold, Al
Eth, Joe
Turk, Scott
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Sree; Arnold, Al; Eth, Joe; Turk, Scott; Van Someren, Tom
Al organized this mid-week trip in an effort to get as many of our old MIS floating group out on the river, but also trying to avoid the Party-River congestion that occurs (especially on the Niangua) during the summer. Pushing off from the takeout at 830 hours we hoped to avoid most of the boneheads. We were successful for the most part, but there were still plenty of people making use of the beautiful day. One woman in particular, though, seemed to think everyone wanted to hear her music played as loudly as possible. Other than this inconsiderate nitwit, it was a great float with easy-going people and near perfect conditions.Al organized this mid-week trip in an effort to get as many of our old MIS floating group out on the river, but also trying to avoid the Party-River congestion that occurs (especially on the Niangua) during the summer. Pushing off from the takeout at 830 hours we hoped to avoid most of the boneheads. We were successful for the most part, but there were still plenty of people making use of the beautiful day. One woman in particular, though, seemed to think everyone wanted to hear her music played as loudly as possible. Other than this inconsiderate nitwit, it was a great float with easy-going people and near perfect conditions. USGS Gauge Data:
Windyville (06923250)
Discharge: 1540
Height: 4.40
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Windyville (06923250)<br />Discharge: 1540<br />Height: 4.40
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2002-06-08 MO Northfork River Blair Dawt Total trip distance: 7.6 miles7.6 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Kellie
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Kellie; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 811
Height: 3.23
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 811<br />Height: 3.23
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2003-08-10 MO Northfork River Hammond Sunburst Total trip distance: 10.7 miles10.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Wolfe, Melanie
Edmond, Brian; Wolfe, Melanie
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 282
Height: 2.30
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 282<br />Height: 2.30
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2004-08-07 MO Northfork River Hammond Sunburst Total trip distance: 10.7 miles10.7 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Eth, Joe
Edmond, Brian; Eth, Joe
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 354
Height: 2.46
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 354<br />Height: 2.46
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2005-06-04 MO Northfork River Blair Dawt Total trip distance: 7.6 miles7.6 Good None NoneNone Breshears, Julie
Edmond, Brian
Breshears, Julie; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 428
Height: 2.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 428<br />Height: 2.62
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2006-07-07 MO Northfork River Kelly Ford Riverside Total trip distance: 7.6 miles7.6 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Frese, Heather
Frese, Paul
Rueter, Kelly
Rueter, Ryan
Edmond, Brian; Frese, Heather; Frese, Paul; Rueter, Kelly; Rueter, Ryan
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 363
Height: 2.50
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 363<br />Height: 2.50
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-06-09 MO Northfork River Hebron Hammond Total trip distance: 10.5 miles10.5 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 508
Height: 2.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 508<br />Height: 2.77
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-18 MO Northfork River Hammond Sunburst Total trip distance: 10.7 miles10.7 High None NoneNone Eth, Joe
Gowers, Sam
Eth, Joe; Gowers, Sam
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 1230
Height: 3.65
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 1230<br />Height: 3.65
Source: EthSource: Eth
Click for details2016-08-27 MO Northfork River Hale Twin Bridges Total trip distance: 9.3 miles9.3 Good Good LSF
SMB
LSF, SMB
Dudenhoeffer, Todd
Edmond, Brian
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Moler, Leta
Travers, Gina
Van Someren, Cynthia
Van Someren, Tom
Dudenhoeffer, Todd; Edmond, Brian; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Moler, Leta; Travers, Gina; Van Someren, Cynthia; Van Someren, Tom
This was a good float but the water was almost too low to be considered good. Another 4" to 6" of water would have been much better if not ideal. There were several long, still pools on this stretch. Very few other floaters were encountered.This was a good float but the water was almost too low to be considered good. Another 4 USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 538
Height: 2.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 538<br />Height: 2.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2023-09-15 MO Northfork River Hammond Camp Blair Bridge Total trip distance: 10.2 miles10.2 Good Poor NoneNone JG
Mona
Henley
Ryan
Ashley
JP
JG; Mona; Henley; Ryan; Ashley; JP
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Tecumseh (07057500)
Discharge: 368
Height: 2.38
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Tecumseh (07057500)<br />Discharge: 368<br />Height: 2.38
Source: HenleySource: Henley
Click for details2010-06-12 MO Osage Fork Hull Ford Gasconade River Total trip distance: 5.3 miles4.5 Low None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2011-07-02 MO Osage Fork Hull Ford Gasconade River Total trip distance: 14.5 miles4.5 Good Great SMB
RB
GSF
LSF
BLG
SMB, RB, GSF, LSF, BLG
Fillmore, Brent
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brent; Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-10-23 MO Osage Fork Hull Ford Gasconade River Total trip distance: 5.3 miles4.5 Good Poor NoneNone Amburn, Andrea
Amburn, Matt
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Tom
Amburn, Andrea; Amburn, Matt; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Tom
The river was fairly high and murky due to the massive rainfall event over this area last week (Wed night into Thu). I expected the water would have receded back to normal and perhaps even be too low to float due to the small watershed.The river was fairly high and murky due to the massive rainfall event over this area last week (Wed night into Thu). I expected the water would have receded back to normal and perhaps even be too low to float due to the small watershed. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-09-10 MO Osage Fork Dryknob Davis Ford Total trip distance: 4.9 miles4.9 Low Good GSF
RB
RSF
SMB
GSF, RB, RSF, SMB
Barton, Adam
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Greenstreet, Michael
On the water by 0700 and the river was low. We had moderate success fishing, but the full moon the night before may have allowed the fish to eat all night causing them to be pretty finicky for us. There are several lengthy portages due to downed trees across the river. One tricky spot in the river caused my kayak to shift course and my rods were snapped on a rootwad in the middle of a riffle. Overall, a fun float on a new river, but needs more water to be excellent.On the water by 0700 and the river was low. We had moderate success fishing, but the full moon the night before may have allowed the fish to eat all night causing them to be pretty finicky for us. There are several lengthy portages due to downed trees across the river. One tricky spot in the river caused my kayak to shift course and my rods were snapped on a rootwad in the middle of a riffle. Overall, a fun float on a new river, but needs more water to be excellent. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-06-19 MO Osage Fork Davis Ford Hull Ford Total trip distance: 8.7 miles8.7 Good Great GSF
LSF
RB
SMB
GSF, LSF, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott
On the water at 0700 and off at 1900! A full day on the river, with the smallies holding tight to structure in moderate current, chasing a craw pattern. Fishing was tough on the backside of a storm system, but we managed to pull a few quality fish out. This stretch has numerous long, stagnant pools, so I would not recommend this float unless their is more water.On the water at 0700 and off at 1900! A full day on the river, with the smallies holding tight to structure in moderate current, chasing a craw pattern. Fishing was tough on the backside of a storm system, but we managed to pull a few quality fish out. This stretch has numerous long, stagnant pools, so I would not recommend this float unless their is more water. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2024-07-28 MO Osage Fork Dryknob Davis Ford Total trip distance: 4.9 miles4.9 Low Great GSF
LMB
RB
SMB
GSF, LMB, RB, SMB
Barton, Adam
Greenstreet, Michael
Greenstreet, Miles
Law, Kyle
Barton, Adam; Greenstreet, Michael; Greenstreet, Miles; Law, Kyle
Michael's Bachelor Party Fishing Trip was a fun day on the water. There is a large tree that is across the river just downstream from the Dry Knob Access, which is difficult to navigate, regardless of water level. The fishing was a little slow, with my 16.5" smallie being the largest one caught that day. We had the water to ourselves all day and were off the river by 1730.Michael's Bachelor Party Fishing Trip was a fun day on the water. There is a large tree that is across the river just downstream from the Dry Knob Access, which is difficult to navigate, regardless of water level. The fishing was a little slow, with my 16.5 No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2024-06-05 TN Pigeon River Waterville Hartford Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 High None NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Emily (guide)
Daniel (guide)
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Emily (guide); Daniel (guide)
This was our first whitewater rafting trip. It was exciting and would have been difficult, perhaps even dangerous, to do without an experienced guide. Emily and Daniel did an amazing job. Emily was training Daniel (her son) and knew every riffle and rock in the channel and knew exactly where to send us. We paddled on their command, leaned in, locked in, and rested during still waters. This was a fantastic trip that we all enjoyed. We got on the river about 1100 hours and were finished by about 1215 hours.This was our first whitewater rafting trip. It was exciting and would have been difficult, perhaps even dangerous, to do without an experienced guide. Emily and Daniel did an amazing job. Emily was training Daniel (her son) and knew every riffle and rock in the channel and knew exactly where to send us. We paddled on their command, leaned in, locked in, and rested during still waters. This was a fantastic trip that we all enjoyed. We got on the river about 1100 hours and were finished by about 1215 hours. USGS Gauge Data:
Waterville Power Plant (NC) (03460795)
Discharge: 1490
Height: 6.36
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Waterville Power Plant (NC) (03460795)<br />Discharge: 1490<br />Height: 6.36
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-06-24 MO Pomme de Terre River MO 32 CR S-150 Total trip distance: 9.2 miles4.7 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Polk (06921070)
Discharge: 269
Height: 2.57
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Polk (06921070)<br />Discharge: 269<br />Height: 2.57
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2007-06-24 MO Pomme de Terre River CR S-150 Rt D Total trip distance: 9.2 miles4.5 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Polk (06921070)
Discharge: 269
Height: 2.57
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Polk (06921070)<br />Discharge: 269<br />Height: 2.57
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-11-10 MO Pomme de Terre River Sunset Park MO 32 Total trip distance: 5.7 miles5.7 Good Poor NoneNone Bartlett, Renee
Bartlett, Stephanie
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Haun, Korey
Lessmann, Kristi
Van Someren, Tom
Bartlett, Renee; Bartlett, Stephanie; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Haun, Korey; Lessmann, Kristi; Van Someren, Tom
The water level for this stretch of the river was nearly perfect. Like the Little Sac River, there are several bedrock runs that would be impossible to traverse with lower water levels and dangerous to walk (due to slick, algae-covered rocks). The water was clear and the scenery was good as well. This stretch is an easy one for beginners and canoes.The water level for this stretch of the river was nearly perfect. Like the Little Sac River, there are several bedrock runs that would be impossible to traverse with lower water levels and dangerous to walk (due to slick, algae-covered rocks). The water was clear and the scenery was good as well. This stretch is an easy one for beginners and canoes. USGS Gauge Data:
Polk (06921070)
Discharge: 347
Height: 3.13
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Polk (06921070)<br />Discharge: 347<br />Height: 3.13
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2020-12-27 OW Rio Bravo Cedar Crossing Cedar Crossing Total trip distance: 1.6 miles1.6 Good None NoneNone Barrett, Heather
Edmond, Brian
Ligon, Day
Pop, Tom
Thompson, Denise
Barrett, Heather; Edmond, Brian; Ligon, Day; Pop, Tom; Thompson, Denise
We put in just below the Cedar Crossing bridge and paddled upstream as far as we could go. At the terminus, there was a long, rocky run that was too shallow to easily pull a canoe through without a portage. We detected several Hicatee, Meso-American Sliders, a Neotropical Otter, several Brown Basilisks, and a Mexican Giant Musk Turtle carapace. This stretch also contains a known Jaguar den cave.We put in just below the Cedar Crossing bridge and paddled upstream as far as we could go. At the terminus, there was a long, rocky run that was too shallow to easily pull a canoe through without a portage. We detected several Hicatee, Meso-American Sliders, a Neotropical Otter, several Brown Basilisks, and a Mexican Giant Musk Turtle carapace. This stretch also contains a known Jaguar den cave. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2008-05-31 IL Rock River TJ's Canoe Rental (Oregon) Castle Rock State Park Total trip distance: 12.0 miles5.0 Good None NoneNone Brent's Bachelor PartyBrent's Bachelor Party No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Como (05443500)
Discharge: 11500
Height: 5.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Como (05443500)<br />Discharge: 11500<br />Height: 5.44
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2008-06-01 IL Rock River Castle Rock State Park Grand Detour (Dixon) Total trip distance: 12.0 miles7.0 Good None NoneNone Brent's Bachelor PartyBrent's Bachelor Party No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Como (05443500)
Discharge: 11900
Height: 5.55
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Como (05443500)<br />Discharge: 11900<br />Height: 5.55
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2010-07-11 MO Sac River FR 44 Rt U Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Dawes, Katie
Edmond, Brian
Van Someren, Tom
Bowe, Michelle; Dawes, Katie; Edmond, Brian; Van Someren, Tom
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Dadeville (06918440)
Discharge: 124
Height: 5.28
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dadeville (06918440)<br />Discharge: 124<br />Height: 5.28
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-04-01 MO Sac River Rt U MO 245 Total trip distance: 4.3 miles4.3 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
Water was muddy and filled with logs. Mostly, the river was navigable without too much trouble, but one point had a log jam that required a 150+ meter portage.Water was muddy and filled with logs.  Mostly, the river was navigable
without too much trouble, but one point had a log jam that required a 150+
meter portage. USGS Gauge Data:
Dadeville (06918440)
Discharge: 209
Height: 5.72
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dadeville (06918440)<br />Discharge: 209<br />Height: 5.72
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-08-17 MO Sac River Caplinger Mills Rt N Total trip distance: 0.7 miles0.7 Low Poor NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
Water level and flow was very low. However, much of the distance was a pool or had sufficient flow to carry the canoe. The boat ramp at Caplinger Mills was primitive and difficult to use with just a 2WD van.Water level and flow was very low. However, much of the distance was a pool or had sufficient flow to carry the canoe. The boat ramp at Caplinger Mills was primitive and difficult to use with just a 2WD van. USGS Gauge Data:
Caplinger Mills (06919900)
Discharge: 45
Height: 4.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Caplinger Mills (06919900)<br />Discharge: 45<br />Height: 4.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2022-04-15 MO Sac River Rt EE Rt EE Total trip distance: 2.7 miles2.7 Good Great WBWB Barton, AdamBarton, Adam Paddled upstream from the Rt EE Bridge about a mile or so and found a really nice looking hole to fish for some white bass. The current was pretty brisk and it took considerable effort to make it above the last riffle before the pool. Caught almost 30 fish in less than two hours and brought home a nice stringer of females. The lake level was about three feet high, so the water clarity was pretty murky with less than a foot of visibility.Paddled upstream from the Rt EE Bridge about a mile or so and found a really nice looking hole to fish for some white bass. The current was pretty brisk and it took considerable effort to make it above the last riffle before the pool. Caught almost 30 fish in less than two hours and brought home a nice stringer of females. The lake level was about three feet high, so the water clarity was pretty murky with less than a foot of visibility. USGS Gauge Data:
Dadeville (06918440)
Discharge: 729
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dadeville (06918440)<br />Discharge: 729<br />Height:
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-04-09 MO Sac River MO 245 Rt EE Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 Good Good WB
WL
WB, WL
Barton, Adam
Law, Kyle
Barton, Adam; Law, Kyle
A great Easter float with some obstacles along the way. We caught white bass and walleye sporadically, adding fillets to the freezer.A great Easter float with some obstacles along the way. We caught white bass and walleye sporadically, adding fillets to the freezer. USGS Gauge Data:
Dadeville (06918440)
Discharge: 353
Height: 6.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dadeville (06918440)<br />Discharge: 353<br />Height: 6.44
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2023-04-14 MO Sac River Rt EE Rt EE Total trip distance: 3.1 miles3.1 Good Good WBWB Barton, Adam
Barton, Scott
Barton, Adam; Barton, Scott
Paddled up to the impassable islands and picked up a couple white bass. The fish were not schooled up, so we had to pick away at them deliberately.Paddled up to the impassable islands and picked up a couple white bass. The fish were not schooled up, so we had to pick away at them deliberately. USGS Gauge Data:
Dadeville (06918440)
Discharge: 276
Height: 6.11
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dadeville (06918440)<br />Discharge: 276<br />Height: 6.11
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2009-05-08 MO Saint Francis River Big Creek Sam Baker State Park Total trip distance: 11.6 miles0.3 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Patterson (07037500)
Discharge: 2660
Height: 8.77
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Patterson (07037500)<br />Discharge: 2660<br />Height: 8.77
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-08-17 MO Saint Francis River Rt E Rt E Total trip distance: 3.0 miles3.0 Poor Great KSB
LMB
SMB
KSB, LMB, SMB
Weseli, CooperWeseli, Cooper Kayaked down river 1.5 miles and back up river to put in point. Dragging at every riffle. Worth it for the fishing opportunities. Caught a 3.11lb LMB in a slack water stretch and a 18inch 3.34lb SMB on a spot with heavy current. Fish were caught at the downstream side of every riffle.Kayaked down river 1.5 miles and back up river to put in point. Dragging at every riffle. Worth it for the fishing opportunities. Caught a 3.11lb LMB in a slack water stretch and a 18inch 3.34lb SMB on a spot with heavy current.
Fish were caught at the downstream side of every riffle. USGS Gauge Data:
Patterson (07037500)
Discharge: 91
Height: 4.43
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Patterson (07037500)<br />Discharge: 91<br />Height: 4.43
Source: WeseliSource: Weseli
Click for details2014-07-28 MO Salt River Bluff View Rt H Total trip distance: 18.7 miles6.4 Good None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Bufford, Anne Marie
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Bob
Grote, Chase
Grote, Hannah
Hays, Chloe
Smith, Benson
Smith, Brianne
Bowe, Michelle; Bufford, Anne Marie; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Bob; Grote, Chase; Grote, Hannah; Hays, Chloe; Smith, Benson; Smith, Brianne
Some water was released from the re-regulation dam during this time, including right after we passed under the Rt A bridge. Because of the release of water, the gauge level varied widely (from 1400 cfs to nearly 8000 cfs).Some water was released from the re-regulation dam during this time, including right after we passed under the Rt A bridge. Because of the release of water, the gauge level varied widely (from 1400 cfs to nearly 8000 cfs). USGS Gauge Data:
Center (05507800)
Discharge: 3140
Height: 7.49
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Center (05507800)<br />Discharge: 3140<br />Height: 7.49
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-07-28 MO Salt River Rt H Indian Camp Total trip distance: 18.7 miles12.3 Good None NoneNone Bufford, Anne Marie
Edmond, Brian
Grote, Bob
Grote, Hannah
Hays, Chloe
Bufford, Anne Marie; Edmond, Brian; Grote, Bob; Grote, Hannah; Hays, Chloe
Although we had normal water much of the afternoon, the pulse of water from power generation helped us through the latter part of the day.Although we had normal water much of the afternoon, the pulse of water from power generation helped us through the latter part of the day. USGS Gauge Data:
New London (05508000)
Discharge: 1200
Height: 4.46
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />New London (05508000)<br />Discharge: 1200<br />Height: 4.46
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-27 MO Salt River Bluff View Indian Camp Total trip distance: 18.7 miles18.7 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Chase
Luebrecht, Olivia
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Kaleb
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Chase; Luebrecht, Olivia; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Kaleb
The water was flowing from the beginning of this trip. We made this distance in 6 1/2 hours with minimal stops for swimming and resting.The water was flowing from the beginning of this trip. We made this distance in 6 1/2 hours with minimal stops for swimming and resting. USGS Gauge Data:
New London (05508000)
Discharge: 7390
Height: 9.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />New London (05508000)<br />Discharge: 7390<br />Height: 9.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2015-07-31 MO Salt River See Spillway Cincinnati Road Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 High None NoneNone Ballard, Paige
Ballard, Webb
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Hays, Chloe
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Lichtenberg, Brady
Smith, Benson
Smith, Brianne
Smith, Keegan
Storts, Amy Jo
Storts, Kaleb
Storts, Kylie Jo
Zappala, Gianna
Ballard, Paige; Ballard, Webb; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Hays, Chloe; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt; Lichtenberg, Brady; Smith, Benson; Smith, Brianne; Smith, Keegan; Storts, Amy Jo; Storts, Kaleb; Storts, Kylie Jo; Zappala, Gianna
The Corps was releasing water from the flood gates of Cannon Dam and also generating power. We easily did this stretch in 2 1/2 hours without stopping.The Corps was releasing water from the flood gates of Cannon Dam and also generating power. We easily did this stretch in 2 1/2 hours without stopping. USGS Gauge Data:
Center (05507800)
Discharge: 9420
Height: 12.73
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Center (05507800)<br />Discharge: 9420<br />Height: 12.73
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-06-10 MO Salt River Shanks Mississippi River Total trip distance: 6.2 miles4.6 Good Poor NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Camryn
Grote, Chase
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Storts, Amy Jo
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Camryn; Grote, Chase; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt; Storts, Amy Jo
There was no current on the Salt River at all. At times, we were paddling against the wind. If we had a straight tail wind, or there was a flow, the trip would have been much better.There was no current on the Salt River at all. At times, we were paddling against the wind. If we had a straight tail wind, or there was a flow, the trip would have been much better. USGS Gauge Data:
New London (05508000)
Discharge: 39
Height: 2.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />New London (05508000)<br />Discharge: 39<br />Height: 2.53
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-07-26 MO Salt River See Spillway Cincinnati Road Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Christina
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Bob
Grote, Camryn
Ince, Hunter
Ince, Jessica
Luebrecht, Olivia
Mills, Jerri Ann
Mills, Kevin
Smith, Andy
Smith, Benson
Smith, Keegan
Storts, Amy Jo
Ballard, Christina; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Bob; Grote, Camryn; Ince, Hunter; Ince, Jessica; Luebrecht, Olivia; Mills, Jerri Ann; Mills, Kevin; Smith, Andy; Smith, Benson; Smith, Keegan; Storts, Amy Jo
Cannon Dam was generating in the afternoon. We hit the wave of water, which moved along at 3+ mph for most of the day. Towards the end, the current subsided, probably because we were close to the re-regulation dam. Water level read from 1600 hours, about halfway through the trip.Cannon Dam was generating in the afternoon. We hit the wave of water, which moved along at 3+ mph for most of the day. Towards the end, the current subsided, probably because we were close to the re-regulation dam. Water level read from 1600 hours, about halfway through the trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Center (05507800)
Discharge: 77
Height: 2.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Center (05507800)<br />Discharge: 77<br />Height: 2.05
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-07-28 MO Salt River See Spillway Cincinnati Road Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good None NoneNone Ballard, Paige
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Chase
Grote, Hannah
Zappala, Gianna
Ballard, Paige; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Chase; Grote, Hannah; Zappala, Gianna
Cannon Dam was generating, but only in the afternoon. Water level read from 1600 hours, about halfway through the trip.Cannon Dam was generating, but only in the afternoon. Water level read from 1600 hours, about halfway through the trip. USGS Gauge Data:
Center (05507800)
Discharge: 88
Height: 2.11
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Center (05507800)<br />Discharge: 88<br />Height: 2.11
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2017-07-25 MO Salt River See Spillway Cincinnati Road Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Camryn
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Luebrecht, Olivia
Williamson, Lucy
Zappala, Gary
Zappala, Gianna
Zappala, Grant
Zappala, Kim
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Camryn; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt; Luebrecht, Olivia; Williamson, Lucy; Zappala, Gary; Zappala, Gianna; Zappala, Grant; Zappala, Kim
Power generation started a little before the scheduled date and carried us down the river just fine. The water was cool and refreshing and most of the kids spent the better part of the day floating downstream in their jackets instead of in their boats. There is a long, slow pool near the end of the trip, between "Grass Island" and the takeout, about a mile further downstream.Power generation started a little before the scheduled date and carried us down the river just fine. The water was cool and refreshing and most of the kids spent the better part of the day floating downstream in their jackets instead of in their boats. There is a long, slow pool near the end of the trip, between USGS Gauge Data:
Center (05507800)
Discharge: 190
Height: 2.62
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Center (05507800)<br />Discharge: 190<br />Height: 2.62
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2019-07-14 MO Salt River Indian Camp Bailey Bridge Total trip distance: 10.4 miles10.4 High None NoneNone Trantham, MeganTrantham, Megan No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
New London (05508000)
Discharge: 7720
Height: 9.73
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />New London (05508000)<br />Discharge: 7720<br />Height: 9.73
Source: TranthamSource: Trantham
Click for details2019-07-25 MO Salt River See Spillway Cincinnati Road Total trip distance: 7.0 miles7.0 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Grote, Camryn
Grote, Chase
Ince, Hunter
Jensen, Braden
Richards, Megan
Smith, Andy
Smith, Ayla
Smith, Benson
Smith, Brianne
Smith, Keegan
Zappala, Gary
Zappala, Gianna
Zappala, Grant
Zappala, Kim
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Grote, Camryn; Grote, Chase; Ince, Hunter; Jensen, Braden; Richards, Megan; Smith, Andy; Smith, Ayla; Smith, Benson; Smith, Brianne; Smith, Keegan; Zappala, Gary; Zappala, Gianna; Zappala, Grant; Zappala, Kim
The Corps was releasing water from the flood gates but also started generating water at noon. The siren didn't sound but Brianne said she heard the turbines start up. The water was flowing well until about two miles from the take out where it slowed considerably, presumably because of the influence of the re-regulation dam (we've noticed this in past years, too).The Corps was releasing water from the flood gates but also started generating water at noon. The siren didn't sound but Brianne said she heard the turbines start up. The water was flowing well until about two miles from the take out where it slowed considerably, presumably because of the influence of the re-regulation dam (we've noticed this in past years, too). USGS Gauge Data:
Center (05507800)
Discharge: 3210
Height: 7.57
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Center (05507800)<br />Discharge: 3210<br />Height: 7.57
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-07-21 MO Salt River Bluff View Indian Camp Total trip distance: 18.7 miles18.7 High None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Osborn, Daniel
Osborn, Hannah
Edmond, Brian; Osborn, Daniel; Osborn, Hannah
The access below the reregulation dam was closed but we took the foot path to the river and put in there. This might have taken a bit off this trip distance but not much. We pushed off about 1230 hours and took out at 1740 hours. At the end, we found an exhausted and nearly drowned groundhog that we gently put up in the vegetation. S/he couldn't even move from the boat ramp. This was Daniel and Hannah's first float trip as newlyweds!The access below the reregulation dam was closed but we took the foot path to the river and put in there. This might have taken a bit off this trip distance but not much. We pushed off about 1230 hours and took out at 1740 hours. At the end, we found an exhausted and nearly drowned groundhog that we gently put up in the vegetation. S/he couldn't even move from the boat ramp. This was Daniel and Hannah's first float trip as newlyweds! USGS Gauge Data:
New London (05508000)
Discharge: 9490
Height: 11.21
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />New London (05508000)<br />Discharge: 9490<br />Height: 11.21
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2014-11-08 MO Shoal Creek Lime Kiln Water's Edge Total trip distance: 16.3 miles8.7 Good Great LMB
KSB
SMB
RB
LMB, KSB, SMB, RB
Fillmore, Brian
Ligon, Day
Fillmore, Brian; Ligon, Day
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Joplin (07187000)
Discharge: 240
Height: 2.44
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Joplin (07187000)<br />Discharge: 240<br />Height: 2.44
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-11-09 MO Shoal Creek Water's Edge Wildcat Total trip distance: 16.3 miles7.6 Good Good LMB
KSB
SMB
LMB, KSB, SMB
Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Javorsek, Rachie
Ligon, Day
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Javorsek, Rachie; Ligon, Day
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Joplin (07187000)
Discharge: 229
Height: 2.41
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Joplin (07187000)<br />Discharge: 229<br />Height: 2.41
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-05-02 MO Shoal Creek Lime Kiln Water's Edge Total trip distance: 8.7 miles8.7 Good Fair BLG
KSB
SMB
BLG, KSB, SMB
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Ligon, Adalia
Ligon, Day
Ligon, Elseya
McKnight, Don
McKnight, Jen
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Ligon, Adalia; Ligon, Day; Ligon, Elseya; McKnight, Don; McKnight, Jen
Shoal Creek seems to switch back and forth between a clear, spring-fed Ozark river and a prairie ditch. The brush piles and log jams made for a moderately technical trip which would probably have been dangerous in high water. Railroad tracks are always nearby and trains are frequent.Shoal Creek seems to switch back and forth between a clear, spring-fed Ozark river and a prairie ditch. The brush piles and log jams made for a moderately technical trip which would probably have been dangerous in high water. Railroad tracks are always nearby and trains are frequent. USGS Gauge Data:
Joplin (07187000)
Discharge: 408
Height: 2.86
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Joplin (07187000)<br />Discharge: 408<br />Height: 2.86
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2016-09-24 MO Shoal Creek Cherry Corner Cherry Corner Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 Good Fair BLG
LMB
RB
BLG, LMB, RB
Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom Water was murky, reminiscent of the DOJ. But the gradient through this section made paddling upstream seem more difficult than other typical Ozark streams. Paddled up to the railroad trestle and floated back.Water was murky, reminiscent of the DOJ. But the gradient through this section made paddling upstream seem more difficult than other typical Ozark streams. Paddled up to the railroad trestle and floated back. USGS Gauge Data:
Joplin (07187000)
Discharge: 154
Height: 2.00
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Joplin (07187000)<br />Discharge: 154<br />Height: 2.00
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2019-06-22 MO Shoal Creek Tipton Ford Wildcat Glades Total trip distance: 6.8 miles6.8 High None NoneNone Crowder, Adam
Crowder, Melissa
Crowder, Adam; Crowder, Melissa
After the Highway 171 bridge, the river splits and becomes treacherous. Many boaters capsized this day.After the Highway 171 bridge, the river splits and becomes treacherous. Many boaters capsized this day. USGS Gauge Data:
Joplin (07187000)
Discharge: 1370
Height: 4.54
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Joplin (07187000)<br />Discharge: 1370<br />Height: 4.54
Source: CrowderSource: Crowder
Click for details2020-06-13 MO Shoal Creek Grand Falls (B) Schermerhorn Park Total trip distance: 7.5 miles7.5 Good None NoneNone Crowder, MelissaCrowder, Melissa Easy floating, no dragging. Crowded with floaters and beaches.Easy floating, no dragging. Crowded with floaters and beaches. USGS Gauge Data:
Joplin (07187000)
Discharge: 765
Height: 3.54
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Joplin (07187000)<br />Discharge: 765<br />Height: 3.54
Source: CrowderSource: Crowder
Click for details2019-07-20 MO Spring River Rt O Quakermill Total trip distance: 3.3 miles3.3 Good None NoneNone Crowder, Adam
Crowder, Ian
Crowder, Melissa
Crowder, Adam; Crowder, Ian; Crowder, Melissa
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Carthage (07185765)
Discharge: 386
Height: 3.75
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Carthage (07185765)<br />Discharge: 386<br />Height: 3.75
Source: CrowderSource: Crowder
Click for details2020-06-14 MO Spring River Jackpine Quakermill Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good None NoneNone Crowder, MelissaCrowder, Melissa Easy float with no dragging. Water was still a *little* turbid. No impassable hazards on this section now.Easy float with no dragging. Water was still a *little* turbid. No impassable hazards on this section now. USGS Gauge Data:
Carthage (07185765)
Discharge: 613
Height: 4.16
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Carthage (07185765)<br />Discharge: 613<br />Height: 4.16
Source: CrowderSource: Crowder
Click for details2018-05-27 MO Swan Creek Rt AA Hulls Ford Road Total trip distance: 7.4 miles7.4 Good Excellent BLG
LMB
LSF
RB
SMB
BLG, LMB, LSF, RB, SMB
Acharya, Holly
Acharya, Sree
Bowe, Michelle
Bowen, Denis
Casey, Libra
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Larsen, Chris
Larsen, Lisa
Martin, Galen
Travers, Gina
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Acharya, Holly; Acharya, Sree; Bowe, Michelle; Bowen, Denis; Casey, Libra; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Larsen, Chris; Larsen, Lisa; Martin, Galen; Travers, Gina; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The water level today was ideal for canoes and kayaks. Unfortunately, there is no gauge on Swan Creek, but Tom checked the level yesterday and found the recent rain had brought it up to flood stage. This stretch of the river was nearly continuously flowing so this stretch went pretty quickly. We stopped several times along the way to swim and take care of debris. Brian hit 1000 lifetime miles on this trip. Julian hit 300 and Michelle hit 250. Galen caught most of the fish (50+) while Tom and Chris each caught several.The water level today was ideal for canoes and kayaks. Unfortunately, there is no gauge on Swan Creek, but Tom checked the level yesterday and found the recent rain had brought it up to flood stage. This stretch of the river was nearly continuously flowing so this stretch went pretty quickly. We stopped several times along the way to swim and take care of debris. Brian hit 1000 lifetime miles on this trip. Julian hit 300 and Michelle hit 250. Galen caught most of the fish (50+) while Tom and Chris each caught several. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-05-29 MO Swan Creek Garrison Hulls Ford Road Total trip distance: 14.3 miles14.3 High None NoneNone Barton, Adam
Hulett, John
Hulett, Michelle
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Hulett, John; Hulett, Michelle; Pendergraft, Laurel
The river was MOVING today, which was an understatement. Swan Creek was the only floatable water within a hundred miles of Springfield. After rainfall brought up mostly all of the streams in the area to flood stage yesterday, the creek was rolling with many haystacks over four feet tall. The section below Garrison and above AA Bridge was brisk but not too bad, but between AA and Hulls Ford was a different animal. Some riffles were a couple hundred yards long and the haystacks just got bigger the further we went. My kayak was swamped twice which caused me to rollout into the current due to being submerged in the middle of a riffle. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND SWAN CREEK TO BEGINNERS when the Bull Creek discharge is over 800 cfs or so. Please be careful between AA Bridge and Hulls Ford Road, as it is for experienced paddlers only. Definitely need a skit or different boat for next time.The river was MOVING today, which was an understatement. Swan Creek was the only floatable water within a hundred miles of Springfield. After rainfall brought up mostly all of the streams in the area to flood stage yesterday, the creek was rolling with many haystacks over four feet tall. The section below Garrison and above AA Bridge was brisk but not too bad, but between AA and Hulls Ford was a different animal. Some riffles were a couple hundred yards long and the haystacks just got bigger the further we went. My kayak was swamped twice which caused me to rollout into the current due to being submerged in the middle of a riffle. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND SWAN CREEK TO BEGINNERS when the Bull Creek discharge is over 800 cfs or so. Please be careful between AA Bridge and Hulls Ford Road, as it is for experienced paddlers only. Definitely need a skit or different boat for next time. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2022-05-28 MO Swan Creek Rt AA Hulls Ford Road Total trip distance: 7.4 miles7.4 Good Excellent GSF
KSB
LMB
LSF
RB
RSF
SMB
GSF, KSB, LMB, LSF, RB, RSF, SMB
Barton, Adam
Greenstreet, Michael
Barton, Adam; Greenstreet, Michael
We were on the river by 0800 and had it to ourselves for much of the day before taking out about 1530. Michael caught a 16" smallie that weighed 2lbs 8oz and I caught one that was 15.5" and the same weight. The spawn was later this year due to the cold, wet spring and flooding. Both of our larger smallies appeared to still have some eggs inside and were getting ready to spawn, which is a couple of weeks after their prime spawning period. We finessed fished, using shaky heads and Ned rigs for most of the day. Michael caught a giant green sunfish that was almost ten inches long too! There was a single deep pool that had some American lotus leafing out, so I tied on a whopper plopper and caught a 16" largemouth for my first topwater fish of the year. Later I caught a small spotted bass to complete the bass slam (largemouth, smallmouth, spotted) which I had never done before on Swan Creek. All fish were returned to the water unharmed. Overall, this section was perfect at this water level for paddling, with the Bull Creek gauge between 400-500 CFS. Swan requires an intermediate paddling skillset. Some of the shoals can be bumpy and tricky even at moderate levels so be careful and wear your PFD!We were on the river by 0800 and had it to ourselves for much of the day before taking out about 1530. Michael caught a 16 No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2019-07-02 MO Turnback Creek Dilday Mill Access Dilday Mill Access Total trip distance: 4.5 miles4.5 Good Poor NoneNone Van Someren, TomVan Someren, Tom On a whim, I decided to explore a section of Turnback Creek to determine it's suitability and attractiveness for future floating and fishing. I paddled 2.25 miles upstream from Dilday Mill Access. Unfortunately, the stream was rather murky. I thought that might just be because the water usually is cloudier nearer a dammed up area. But even 2 miles upstream from the Dilday Mill dam there never was more than 1.5 foot visibility into the water. While the stream was relatively clear of obstructions it's banks had tons of old river detritus that has accumulated over the years. Very little wildlife was observed. Only one turtle was spotted and I only saw one fish make an appearance below the water. Speaking with some of the locals, they also confirmed the creek wasn't really noted for good fishing. Based on this section alone though, it could be a fun river to do for technical navigation purposes. Because the stream seemed to twist and turn around each bend. And the section above Fiddler's Ford Access appears to have this characteristic on Google maps.On a whim, I decided to explore a section of Turnback Creek to determine it's suitability and attractiveness for future floating and fishing. I paddled 2.25 miles upstream from Dilday Mill Access. Unfortunately, the stream was rather murky. I thought that might just be because the water usually is cloudier nearer a dammed up area. But even 2 miles upstream from the Dilday Mill dam there never was more than 1.5 foot visibility into the water. While the stream was relatively clear of obstructions it's banks had tons of old river detritus that has accumulated over the years. Very little wildlife was observed. Only one turtle was spotted and I only saw one fish make an appearance below the water. Speaking with some of the locals, they also confirmed the creek wasn't really noted for good fishing. Based on this section alone though, it could be a fun river to do for technical navigation purposes. Because the stream seemed to twist and turn around each bend. And the section above Fiddler's Ford Access appears to have this characteristic on Google maps. USGS Gauge Data:
Greenfield (06918460)
Discharge: 0
Height: 13.69
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Greenfield (06918460)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 13.69
Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2024-05-14 IA Upper Iowa River Kendallville Chimney Rock Park Total trip distance: 12.6 miles12.6 Good None NoneNone Turner, Skip Peterson, JackieTurner, Skip
Peterson, Jackie No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Kendallville (05387405)
Discharge: 0
Height: 4.66
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Kendallville (05387405)<br />Discharge: 0<br />Height: 4.66
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2010-03-06 OK Washita River OK 1 US 377 Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Dickson (07331000)
Discharge: 1410
Height: 11.57
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dickson (07331000)<br />Discharge: 1410<br />Height: 11.57
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2013-12-14 OK Washita River OK 1 US 377 Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
White, Aaron
Fillmore, Brian; White, Aaron
Duck hunting.Duck hunting. USGS Gauge Data:
Dickson (07331000)
Discharge: 151
Height: 8.02
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dickson (07331000)<br />Discharge: 151<br />Height: 8.02
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2014-01-26 OK Washita River OK 1 US 377 Total trip distance: 9.0 miles9.0 Good None NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca
Duck hunting.Duck hunting. USGS Gauge Data:
Dickson (07331000)
Discharge: 122
Height:
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Dickson (07331000)<br />Discharge: 122<br />Height:
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2015-11-11 AR White River Buffalo River (B) Shipps Ferry Total trip distance: 28.9 miles5.6 Good Poor NoneNone Fillmore, Brian
Miller, Russ
Fillmore, Brian; Miller, Russ
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Norfork (07057370)
Discharge: 5180
Height: 5.43
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Norfork (07057370)<br />Discharge: 5180<br />Height: 5.43
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2016-08-28 AR White River Buffalo River Shipps Ferry Total trip distance: 28.9 miles5.6 Good Poor LSFLSF Fillmore, Brian
Fillmore, Rebecca
Fillmore, Wylee
Javorsek, Rachel
Fillmore, Brian; Fillmore, Rebecca; Fillmore, Wylee; Javorsek, Rachel
No notes for this trip<i>No notes for this trip</i> USGS Gauge Data:
Norfork (07057370)
Discharge: 3640
Height: 5.25
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Norfork (07057370)<br />Discharge: 3640<br />Height: 5.25
Source: FillmoreSource: Fillmore
Click for details2022-04-14 AR White River Beaver Town Beaver Town Total trip distance: 4.0 miles4.0 High None NoneNone Champlin, G
Champlin, J
Hunter, S
Hunter, T
Champlin, G; Champlin, J; Hunter, S; Hunter, T
Heading up stream was rather easy but working against the wind and current. Headed under the bridge and made a right down Butler Creek. When the water is up Butler is accessible to 1.5 - 2 miles back and is very scenic.Heading up stream was rather easy but working against the wind and current. Headed under the bridge and made a right down Butler Creek. When the water is up Butler is accessible to 1.5 - 2 miles back and is very scenic. USGS Gauge Data:
Norfork (07057370)
Discharge: 27300
Height: 12.60
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Norfork (07057370)<br />Discharge: 27300<br />Height: 12.60
Source: HunterSource: Hunter
Click for details2020-05-17 MO Wilson Creek Roundtree Old Limey Road Total trip distance: 6.0 miles6.0 Good Poor RSFRSF Barton, Adam
Barton, Brooke
Brumfield, Josh
Brumfield, Rachel
Pendergraft, Jonathan
Pendergraft, Laurel
Barton, Adam; Barton, Brooke; Brumfield, Josh; Brumfield, Rachel; Pendergraft, Jonathan; Pendergraft, Laurel
The creek was up and flowing quite well. Not sure if it classifies as "high" but it was moving at a good clip. Most gravel bars were covered and there was one tree down in the creek that had to be portaged around. We put in at the bike trail just downstream from the wastewater treatment plant and floated down through Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. This float is very scenic and gives you the opportunity to see a different side of the park. The takeout at Limey Road is a bit tricky since its at the end of a shoal.The creek was up and flowing quite well. Not sure if it classifies as USGS Gauge Data:
Battlefield (07052160)
Discharge: 448
Height: 3.78
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Battlefield (07052160)<br />Discharge: 448<br />Height: 3.78
Source: BartonSource: Barton
Click for details2020-05-01 MO Woods Fork Busiek Bull Creek Total trip distance: 5.5 miles3.0 Good None NoneNone Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
This was our maiden attempt at floating Woods Fork. Anytime the Bull Creek gauge is between 500-1000 CFS, then Woods Fork should be able to be floated. The stream is a major contributor to Bull Creek, but typically it doesn't have enough water flowing to make it sufficiently navigable in a kayak. Recent heavy rains, though, made it look float-able, so we checked it out. Even with the non-typical extra water flow we scraped across LOTS of low water areas, but never enough to have to get out and pull the kayak over. Gravel bars ABOUND along this 3-mile section, as there seems to be great spots to stop for lunch around nearly every turn and bend. There are 2-3 areas with snarls that require a minor portage around them. Two snarls would benefit from a small chainsaw being brought along. The third obstruction has a couple big trees spanning the width of the river with their trunks nearly all submerged making effective use of a chainsaw on them almost impossible. There are also two spots where barbed wire is strung across the stream, but easily floated either under it or over it. One spot marks the eastern boundary of Busiek. The other is 9/10ths of a mile downstream from the Busiek boundary.This was our maiden attempt at floating Woods Fork. Anytime the Bull Creek gauge is between 500-1000 CFS, then Woods Fork should be able to be floated. The stream is a major contributor to Bull Creek, but typically it doesn't have enough water flowing to make it sufficiently navigable in a kayak. Recent heavy rains, though, made it look float-able, so we checked it out. Even with the non-typical extra water flow we scraped across LOTS of low water areas, but never enough to have to get out and pull the kayak over. Gravel bars ABOUND along this 3-mile section, as there seems to be great spots to stop for lunch around nearly every turn and bend. There are 2-3 areas with snarls that require a minor portage around them. Two snarls would benefit from a small chainsaw being brought along. The third obstruction has a couple big trees spanning the width of the river with their trunks nearly all submerged making effective use of a chainsaw on them almost impossible. There are also two spots where barbed wire is strung across the stream, but easily floated either under it or over it. One spot marks the eastern boundary of Busiek. The other is 9/10ths of a mile downstream from the Busiek boundary. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2020-05-24 MO Woods Fork Woods Fork Road North Bull Creek Total trip distance: 8.7 miles6.2 Low None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Van Someren, Andrea
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian; Van Someren, Andrea; Van Someren, Tom
The upper stretches (above Woods Fork Road South) had several bedrock drops. This river at least until Busiek was pretty low with significant dragging in some riffles and some tricky spots that were difficult to navigate with low water. We cleaned up a few snags and strainers. Once we got past Busiek, the water level was a bit better and the navigation was less technical.The upper stretches (above Woods Fork Road South) had several bedrock drops. This river at least until Busiek was pretty low with significant dragging in some riffles and some tricky spots that were difficult to navigate with low water. We cleaned up a few snags and strainers. Once we got past Busiek, the water level was a bit better and the navigation was less technical. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2021-05-01 MO Woods Fork Camp Creek Bull Creek Total trip distance: 6.2 miles3.0 Good None NoneNone Williams, Sarah
Van Someren, Tom
Williams, Sarah; Van Someren, Tom
This day-trip consisted of floating three streams consecutively: Camp Creek, Woods Fork, and Bull Creek. Camp Creek truly is a small creek, but it can be successfully navigated after a strong rain. Our experience this day was less than optimal as we were about a day late in catching it with high enough water. While it did have enough water flowing through it we scraped in many spots and had to pull our kayaks over one spot with a small waterfall. The rest of the float (Woods Fork and Bull Creek) had excellent water with only two spots where we had to portage our kayaks around obstructions (one right before the confluence of Woods Fork into Bull Creek..This day-trip consisted of floating three streams consecutively: Camp Creek, Woods Fork, and Bull Creek. Camp Creek truly is a small creek, but it can be successfully navigated after a strong rain. Our experience this day was less than optimal as we were about a day late in catching it with high enough water. While it did have enough water flowing through it we scraped in many spots and had to pull our kayaks over one spot with a small waterfall. The rest of the float (Woods Fork and Bull Creek) had excellent water with only two spots where we had to portage our kayaks around obstructions (one right before the confluence of Woods Fork into Bull Creek.. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: Van SomerenSource: Van Someren
Click for details2021-05-30 MO Woods Fork Busiek Bull Creek Total trip distance: 5.5 miles3.0 Good None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Milligan, Jane
Van Someren, Tom
Edmond, Brian; Milligan, Jane; Van Someren, Tom
The water flow was just barely high enough for Woods Fork today. There were several places where we had to get out and pull boats through a riffle or even portage around obstacles. At one point, Tom and I both got our chainsaws stuck in a green sycamore and had to work to pull them out. This was a challenging and technical stretch of the river but it wasn't particularly dangerous or problematic.The water flow was just barely high enough for Woods Fork today. There were several places where we had to get out and pull boats through a riffle or even portage around obstacles. At one point, Tom and I both got our chainsaws stuck in a green sycamore and had to work to pull them out. This was a challenging and technical stretch of the river but it wasn't particularly dangerous or problematic. No USGS gauge for this river and date<i>No USGS gauge for this river and date</i> Source: EdmondSource: Edmond

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Miles3634.8
Trips443
Rivers67
Countries2
States12
People445
Dates484
Years27
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