Eleven Point Overnight
Location
Minimum and Maximum River Levels for paddling
List min and max river levels here for safe/navigable paddling
USGS Gauge at Bardley, MO
June 15-16, 2019 the Bluff City Canoe Club paddled comfortably at river stage approximately 4.23 feet.
On 6/10/2020 the river stage was 6.27 feet and considered too high. The ramps at Greer Crossing and Riverton were flooded. On 6/11/2020 the river had dropped to 5.50 and the outfitter was putting boats onto the river.
An interesting site with commentary about a variety of floats maintained by the Missouri Herpetological Association
Put-Ins, Take Outs
The Bluff City Canoe Club typically puts iin at Greer Crossing and takes out at Riverton
Places to Stop or Camp Along the River
Turner Mill is a common lunch stop about 5 miles from the launch.
Services Available Along the River
Highlights Along the River
Turner Mill is a scenic hike with waterfall and the remains of an historic mill.
Potential Danger Spots Along the River
List any known trouble spots
Places to Camp In the Area
Accommodations in Alton
Cabins available by contacting Brian at 417-270-2497
Camping at the Put-In
Greer Crossing Recreation Area
Camping on the river
According to Paul Beebe, there are two really nice places to camp other than the designated river campsites. The first is just past Whitten access on river left. It is less than 1/4 mile past Whitten. I have it marked on a map. The other is a mile or two past Whitten on river right. The best I can remember, it is past White's Creek float camp. Both sites have ample space for tents as well as suitable trees for us tree dwellers (hammock campers). Since they are not designated campsites they do no have a picnic table or latrine.
Boat Rentals and Shuttle Services
Both Hufstedler's Canoe Rental and Eleven Point Canoe Rental now belong to Mike and Wendy Jones.
We arrange shuttles at the Eleven Point River Canoe Rental at the into shuttle our cars from Greer Crossing to Riverton. The 2020 rates were
$50 per car for fewer than 7 cars
$45 per car for 7 cars
$40 per car for 8 or more cars
Places to eat
There are several restaurants within walking distance of the rental cabins in Alton. As I recall, the Hometown Cafe was the preferred place for Friday night dinner. Saturday morning breakfast has usually been potluck in the rented cabins.
Other things to do
A hike to Greer Spring Mill is a favorite activity for those arriving early on Friday afternoon.
Medical Facilities