Take Out

Elkhorn Creek's take-out point in Wayne County, Indiana provides river access on a substantial waterway classified as a large river (Stream Order 6). With an average flow of about 211 cubic feet per second and a moderate gradient of 6.2 feet per mile, this section of Elkhorn Creek offers moving water conditions suitable for paddlers comfortable with current. The creek drains 237 square miles and maintains an average velocity of approximately 2 feet per second, indicating steady downstream movement rather than slack water.

This take-out location sits on a waterway that drops 344 feet in elevation over its total 55.69-mile length, positioning it in the upper watershed where tributary influences remain significant. Paddlers should be aware that Elkhorn Creek is a working waterway with natural hazards typical of larger creeks in Indiana, including potential snags, varying water levels, and seasonal flow changes. The site's location in Wayne County provides access to a creek system that has significant runoff characteristics and can experience variable conditions depending on recent rainfall and upstream conditions.

Because this is specifically designated as a take-out point, it serves as an egress location for trips paddled from upstream. Paddlers should plan accordingly and verify current water conditions, flows, and any seasonal access restrictions before launching upstream and using this take-out.