Put In

Put In is a whitewater put-in access site on Pole Creek in Sublette County, Wyoming. Pole Creek is a medium-sized river with a stream order of 4, stretching 46.65 miles with a significant elevation drop of 1,315 feet. The creek flows through terrain with an average gradient of 28.2 feet per mile, indicating moderate to fast whitewater conditions suitable for paddlers seeking dynamic water. With an average flow of 9.49 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.22 feet per second, paddlers should expect moving water typical of Rocky Mountain creeks in this region.

This put-in location serves as a starting point for whitewater enthusiasts looking to paddle Pole Creek's upper reaches. The 1,315-foot total elevation drop over the creek's course means gradient varies significantly depending on which section is paddled. Boaters should be prepared for faster currents and potential obstacles common to Rocky Mountain streams. The drainage area of 113 square miles indicates a creek system that can experience significant seasonal flow variations, with higher water during spring runoff and lower flows in late summer and fall.