Put In

Put In is a whitewater access point on Big Creek in LeFlore County, Oklahoma, situated in a medium-sized river system with significant gradient. Big Creek features a total drop of 392 feet over 24.31 miles, resulting in an average gradient of 16.1 feet per mile, which indicates persistent moving water suitable for whitewater paddling. The stream has an average flow of 141.81 cubic feet per second with velocities around 1.82 feet per second, suggesting Class II-III whitewater characteristics depending on water levels and seasonal conditions.

This put-in location serves as a gateway for kayakers and canoeists looking to run whitewater sections of Big Creek. The creek's medium river classification and moderate drainage area of 174 square miles mean water levels can vary seasonally, with higher flows during spring runoff providing more dynamic paddling conditions. Boaters should be prepared for moving current and monitor local water conditions before launching, as the stream's consistent gradient means obstacles and hydraulics are likely present throughout this section.