Take Out

Indian Creek take-out is located in Montgomery County, Indiana, serving as an exit point for whitewater paddlers. This is a medium river classified as Stream Order 4 with significant gradient and current, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The creek features an average flow of 5.41 cubic feet per second and maintains a steep average gradient of 58.9 feet per mile, indicating continuous whitewater conditions throughout much of the paddling season.

The take-out site serves paddlers completing whitewater runs on Indian Creek, which flows through relatively hilly terrain with a total elevation drop of approximately 1,605 feet across its 27.25-mile length. Given the creek's headwater characteristics and stream order classification, paddlers should expect moving water with potential obstacles and a swift current. The average velocity of 1.24 feet per second combined with the steep gradient suggests this creek is best suited for kayakers and canoeists with intermediate to advanced whitewater skills.

Access to this take-out point is provided near Montgomery County, with coordinates pinpointing the general location. Paddlers should verify current water levels and conditions before attempting this section, as steep gradient streams can vary significantly based on recent rainfall and seasonal flow patterns.