Take Out

This take-out site on Cedar Creek in Monterey, Owen County, Kentucky provides access to a substantial whitewater stream system. Cedar Creek is a large river system (Stream Order 6) with significant gradient averaging 17.9 feet per mile, making it suitable for whitewater paddling activities. The creek drains 1,596 square miles and maintains an average flow of approximately 99 cubic feet per second with velocities around 2.68 feet per second, indicating consistent moving water conditions typical of whitewater runs.

As a take-out location, this site serves paddlers completing whitewater trips on Cedar Creek. The relatively high elevation drop of 1,105 feet across the 61.81-mile length confirms the whitewater character of this stream. Paddlers should be aware that Cedar Creek's gradient and flow characteristics suggest intermediate to advanced paddling skills may be required depending on the specific section being run and water levels at the time of visit.

The stream's position as a headwater system means it originates relatively close to this area. Before paddling, check current water conditions and flow rates, as whitewater creeks can be affected by recent rainfall and seasonal variations. This take-out access point is essential for planning shuttle logistics on multi-mile whitewater runs.