Put-in Parking: Krueger Park (Brookfield, Waukesha County)

Krueger Park in Brookfield offers a whitewater put-in access point to Underwood Creek, a medium-sized stream classified as a Stream Order 4 waterway. The creek features a substantial average gradient of 150.6 feet per mile with an elevation drop of 1670 feet over its 11.09-mile length, indicating moderate to fast-moving water with rapids and whitewater features suitable for paddlers seeking an active paddling experience. With an average flow of 4.20 cubic feet per second and velocity of 0.99 feet per second, water conditions can vary seasonally and after rainfall events.

This access point is located near the headwaters of Underwood Creek in Waukesha County, positioning paddlers to experience the upper reaches of the stream before it flows downstream toward its confluence with larger waterways. The parking area at Krueger Park provides vehicle access to the put-in, making this a convenient launch point for kayakers and canoeists looking to paddle the whitewater sections. Paddlers should be aware that water levels and current speeds can fluctuate significantly depending on recent precipitation and seasonal conditions typical of Wisconsin streams.

Given the stream's gradient and flow characteristics, this section of Underwood Creek is best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers comfortable with whitewater conditions and potential obstacles. The relatively small drainage area of 31 square miles means water levels can change quickly, so checking current conditions before paddling is recommended. Local regulations and any posted restrictions at Krueger Park should be observed.