Put In

Pine Creek is a medium-sized whitewater stream located in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma, characterized by a significant gradient of 18.3 feet per mile and a total elevation drop of 552 feet over its 30-mile length. This Put In access point serves as an entry location for paddlers looking to navigate whitewater sections of the creek. The stream's average flow of 6.79 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.11 feet per second indicate moderate current conditions typical of a headwater stream system.

Paddlers using this access should be prepared for stream conditions with notable gradient and current. The creek's classification as a Stream Order 4 waterway and its position as a headwater stream means water levels and flow rates may fluctuate seasonally, particularly during spring snowmelt and heavy rainfall periods. The drainage area of 67 square miles provides a reasonable water supply, but users should check current conditions before launching, as low-water periods may occur during dry seasons.

This whitewater put-in is suitable for kayakers and canoeists comfortable with moving water and mild to moderate rapids. The specific launch infrastructure and amenities at this access point are not documented in the available data, so paddlers should contact local authorities or the Pushmataha County Parks Department for current information about parking, facilities, and any use restrictions or fees.