Take Out

Rattlesnake Creek is a medium-sized river system spanning 183 miles with a significant elevation drop of 750 feet, resulting in a moderate average gradient of 4.1 feet per mile. This take-out location in Montgomery County, Indiana provides access to a stream order 5 waterway with an average flow of about 107 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 1.91 feet per second. The site serves paddlers completing runs on Rattlesnake Creek, which drains a 902 square mile watershed.

The water conditions on Rattlesnake Creek typically feature moderate current appropriate for intermediate paddlers, with the gradient and flow rates suggesting frequent riffles and possibly small rapids depending on seasonal water levels. The creek's relatively consistent velocity and gradient make it suitable for canoe and kayak touring, though paddlers should be prepared for moving water and potential obstacles common to medium rivers in Indiana.

As a take-out point, this location is essential for trip planning on Rattlesnake Creek. Paddlers should scout water levels before launch and be aware that this is a working river system with typical hazards including submerged wood, varying channel conditions, and seasonal flow fluctuations.