Take Out

This take-out site on Clear Creek in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma provides access to a significant whitewater river system. Clear Creek is a large river with a substantial gradient of 34.1 feet per mile on average, which creates dynamic whitewater conditions suitable for paddlers seeking moderate to advanced river running. With an average flow of 187.55 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 2.56 feet per second, this water body offers consistent current that requires competent paddling skills to navigate safely.

As a take-out location, this site serves paddlers completing their downstream journey on Clear Creek. The river's total drop of 3,193 feet over its 93.73-mile length indicates continuous gradient changes and likely numerous rapids and whitewater features throughout runs. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for moving water conditions and should have appropriate whitewater skills and safety equipment. The site's location in eastern Oklahoma provides access to a productive paddling resource for the regional whitewater community.

Paddlers planning to use this take-out should scout conditions beforehand and be aware that water levels can affect the difficulty and navigability of the run. Clear Creek's classification as a Stream Order 7 river indicates a substantial waterway with significant discharge during normal conditions. Anyone planning a whitewater trip should check current water conditions, gauge data, and any local advisories before launching.