Take Out

Grand Glaize Creek is a medium-sized stream in Saint Louis County, Missouri, classified as a Stream Order 4 waterway with a total length of 10.86 miles. This take-out access point is located near the lower section of the creek, approximately 1172 miles upstream from the river mouth. The creek features a significant average gradient of 19.6 feet per mile with a total elevation drop of 213 feet, creating moderately fast-moving water conditions suitable for whitewater paddling.

With an average flow of 25.03 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.61 feet per second, Grand Glaize Creek offers dynamic water conditions for paddlers. The drainage area of 24 square miles supports consistent water levels throughout the season. This take-out location provides access for paddlers completing whitewater runs on the creek, making it an important egress point for kayakers and canoeists navigating the stream's rapids and faster sections.

Paddlers should be aware that the creek's 19.6 ft/mile gradient indicates notable whitewater features and faster current speeds. The stream is ideal for intermediate to advanced paddlers who are comfortable with moving water and the potential for obstacles typical of moderate gradient streams in the region.